🇷🇺Sergei Rachmaninov ： Cello Sonata g-moll Op.19

The cello and piano take on equal roles in this sonata, unfolding through rich melodies and weighty harmonic writing. It consists of four movements: a first movement that emerges from a spacious introduction, a second with a light and playful character, a songful third movement, and a finale full of momentum and drive. While supporting the cello’s melodies, the piano is also required to handle a wide range and dense accompaniment textures. Careful balance between the instruments, as well as a shared sense of direction and breathing across long phrases, is essential.