Musique Au Bord De La Rivière (20th Century Music For Clarinet, Violin And Piano)

Released in 2022 by the Italian label Da Vinci Classics, this album highlights the versatility of the clarinet, violin, and piano trio format within twentieth-century chamber music. The selection juxtaposes Stravinsky’s neoclassical precision with the vibrant, folkloric influences found in the works of Milhaud and Khatchaturian, alongside the evocative lyricism of Menotti. It serves as a focused exploration of how composers across the century utilized this specific instrumentation to experiment with timbre, rhythm, and tonal structure.

The recording features the Trio Manfredi—comprised of Sara Tomaiuolo on piano, Giovanna Sevi on violin, and Angelo Nasuto on clarinet—who approached these complex scores with an emphasis on clarity and expressive nuance. The ensemble sought to emphasize the interplay between the three distinct voices, aiming to provide a modern interpretation of these established twentieth-century pieces. The release was positioned within Da Vinci Classics’ broader mission of documenting diverse chamber repertoire and supporting contemporary performances of traditional modern compositions.