Brahms, Shostakovich & Krenek: Works for Violin, Alto Saxophone & Piano Trio KlaViS

• Johannes Brahms (1833 - 1897): Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano):
• 1 Brahms: Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): I. Andante 08:02
• 2 Brahms: Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): II. Scherzo. Allegro 06:37
• 3 Brahms: Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): III. Adagio mesto 07:56
• 4 Brahms: Horn Trio in E-Flat Major, Op. 40 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): IV. Finale. Allegro con brio 06:03
• Dmitri Shostakovich (1906 - 1975):
• 5 Shostakovich: Piano Trio No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 8 "Poème" (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano) 14:04
• Ernst Krenek (1900 - 1991): Clarinet Trio, Op. 108 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano):
• 6 Krenek: Clarinet Trio, Op. 108 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): I. Allegretto moderato 02:43
• 7 Krenek: Clarinet Trio, Op. 108 (Arr. M. Ferk for Alto Saxophone, Violin & Piano): II. Allegro agitato 04:52
• Total Runtime 50:17

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The Trio Klavis (Jenny Lippl, violin / Miha Ferk, alto saxophone / Sabina Hasanova, piano) presents three distinctive arrangements on its new GENUIN album. In their arrangements for piano trio with alto saxophone, the award-winning musicians achieve an astonishing tonal unity in the works of Johannes Brahms (originally with horn), Dmitri Shostakovich (originally with cello), and Ernst Krenek (originally with clarinet). Keyboard, wind, and string instruments join forces to create a true unity, dedicating themselves with tremendous verve to the tonal languages from Romanticism to Modernism in the extremely diverse masterpieces.

Trio KlaViS

Trio KlaViS
Three passionate musicians having roots in Azerbaijan, Slovenia, Austria, Russia, Mexico, Croatia and Turkey, came together in Vienna with a common vision. They have taken it upon themselves to conquer the music world as Trio KlaViS, in the unique formation of piano (Sabina Hasanova), violin (Jenny Lippl) and saxophone (Miha Ferk).

Each member arranges and composes for Trio KlaViS. The trio also commissions pieces from prestigious composers in a multitude of styles. Leading the audience through engaging and creative programs that appeal to youthful listeners and classical music enthusiasts alike, Trio KlaViS communicates with the audience through both speech and music with their unique artistic charisma.

In the fall of 2013 the trio gave its Vienna Musikverein debut followed by an immediate re-invitation. The internationally renowned violinist and composer Aleksey Igudesman wrote a piece called "Take It To Eleven" exclusively for one of their programs. Some of the upcoming performances include the Vienna Musikverein, ORF Radiokulturhaus Vienna and Rudolf Buchbinder's Grafenegg Festival.

The name Trio KlaViS derives from the German: "Klavier, Violine, Saxophon".

Jenny Lippl "Vi" of KlaViS
Jenny was born in Vienna to a Mexican mother and Viennese father. Considering music to be the best language from an early age, she eventually chose the violin to be her voice and started lessons with Regina Brandstätter. At the University of Music in Vienna, Jenny studied with Ernst Kovacic who taught her respect for art and lasting curiosity. She learned from violinists such as Volkhard Steude, Gerhard Schulz, and explored the ways of Baroque and contemporary music. After receiving her Master's degree with distinction, she proudly co-founded the "Podium Festival Mödling", a highly inventive chamber music festival. Most ardently her heart is with Trio KlaViS, to her a wondrous kaleidoscope of sound and emotion.

Miha Ferk "S" of KlaViS
Saxophonist, arranger and composer Miha Ferk played as a soloist with several orchestras, wrote many compositions, did numerous arrangements, listened to volumes of music and went to many museums. He also played in various saxophone quartets, conducted, read books, studied the musical language of Luciano Berio and analyzed Bach's counterpoint. Besides that he met a lot of interesting and less interesting people, often sat alone in thought and enjoyed being in nature as well as partying hard. He is also part of the "Vienna Saxophonic Orchestra", an original ensemble consisting of twelve saxophones. His greatest passion and his strongest musical voice is in Trio KlaViS.

Sabina Hasanova "Kla" of KlaViS
Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, into a Russian family, Sabina grew up in different parts of Turkey. Her main musical and human inspirations are her parents, both pianists and pedagogues. They taught her a great deal about music and art, as well as how to cope psychologically with being the daughter of professors. Wanting to pass her knowledge straight away, Sabina has taught at a local university herself and did charity work for underprivileged children. When there was time between practicing, performing, teaching, and winning numerous competitions, she had her drawings published by Universal Edition and was one of the producers of the acclaimed feature length film Noseland, featuring John Malkovich and Sir Roger Moore. Nevertheless, since its start, Trio KlaViS remains her true home.

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