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WORKS FOR PIANO TRIO & SOLO PIANO Inspired by traditional melodies and cultural flavors, A GRAND JOURNEY gives us contemporary chamber works by Richard E. Brown, Ovidiu Marinescu, and Mark G. Simon. Performed by internationally acclaimed Trio Casals, these distinct works immerse listeners in varying motifs drawn from diverse cultures, simulating a journey of melodic Korean folk patterns, Greek mythological icons, Irish fiddling, tango, and sensations garnered from the Black Sea and English countryside.   The composers draw upon a wealth of technical knowledge and established forms to bring their musical visions to life. Brown’s Trio No. 1 applies ideas from pentatonic Korean folk songs to strictly crafted chaconne, scherzo, and fugue forms, while Trio No. 2 follows a looser bookended construction with a pastoral sound. Marinescu’s piece,  The Journey , refers both to cultural sources and the composer’s own inner journey as he blends classical form, clocklike repetition, ta...

  “[MOTO PERPETUO] includes moments of rumination and brooding personality, qualities that suit the dark, sagacious timbre of the cello, amid episodes of rustic charm and extrovert vitality. It’s a highly eclectic mix of repertoire…. Marinescu teams with colleagues in chamber-music conversations of winsome and impassioned appeal.” — Gramophone Magazine “Each of the ten composers brings an individual voice to the medium, making for a varied and satisfying program. The playing is convincing and committed throughout.” —  The Whole Note  on  MOTO BELLO “Accomplished song craft that’s handled exquisitely with Trio Casals.” —  Take Effect  on  MOTO CELESTE “The recording process for  Ondine  was top notch…. With regards to the Trio, I can’t say enough good things about their attitude, professionalism and devotion to the music. These types of artist are the reason why I enjoy what I do so much. Congrats on assembling a star team!” — Composer Giovann...