Violinsonaten

Grazyna Bacewicz (1909-1969) was the first Polish woman to become a famous composer. Educated in Paris under the legendary Nadia Boulanger, she became a master violinist and most of her compositions feature that instrument. Seriously injured in a car accident in 1954, she then gave up performing and teaching to concentrate on composing. Pianist Ewa Kupiec is the preeminent interpreter and advocate of the music of Grazyna Bacewicz. Her previous release of the complete published piano music received global acclaim. Pianist Kupiec is joined by virtuoso violinist Piotr Plawner in spirited and authentic interpretations of this neglected master's music for violin and piano. The music of Bacewicz is extremely accessible, yet modern. While she explored many different styles, her music is based in the traditions of Polish folk music. New interest in the music of Bacewicz makes this an extremely attractive addition to any collection.