The Art of Duo

“ A Journey through Europe to the USA from 1700 to 1930” invites you to an exploration of the violin and piano duo’s rich history. Each piece performed will reflect the evolving styles and cultural influences that shaped the duo’s repertoire from the baroque era to the early 20th century. The performance is complemented by engaging presentations and discussions, offering a guide to a deeper understanding of this timeless repertoire.

Ambroise Aubrun, violin
Steven Vanhauwaert, piano

Arcangelo Corelli (1653–1713)
Sonata in D Minor, op. 5, no. 7

I. Preludo. Vivace
II. Corrente. Allegro
III. Sarbanda. Largo
IV. Giga. Allegro

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)
Sonata No. 21 in E Minor, op. 1, no. 4,  K. 304

I. Allegro
II. Tempo di menuetto

César Franck (1822–1890)
Sonata in A Major, M. 8

I. Allegretto ben moderato
II. Allegro
III. Recitativo – Fantasia: Ben moderato – Molto lento
IV. Allegretto poco mosso

Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953)
Five Melodies, op. 35b

I. Andante
II. Lento ma non troppo
III. Animato ma non allegro
IV. Andantino un poco scherzando
V. Andante non troppo

Eric Zeisl (1905–1959)
Menuchim’s Song