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Robert Fuchs: Violin Sonatas Nos. 4-6
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The music of
is little known outside of German-speaking lands, although in those, it has never disappeared from the repertory.
was admired by
, who was notoriously stingy with praise for other composers. Listening to the first movement of the
, one can see why.
, like few others on the late 19th century scene, mastered the Brahmsian combination of melodic warmth with a great wealth of implication contained in the basic thematic material. However,
was not a mere
knockoff; the
, is closer to
with its lovely long opening melodic line resolving to vigorous rhythms and a folkish finale. The music is not strikingly original, but it is well-crafted throughout, and it receives clean performances from violinist
and pianist
. This is the second of a pair of albums these performers have devoted to
, and it is never less than enjoyable. They make a strong case for more frequent appearances by this composer on chamber music programs. ~ James Manheim