BarcaNova Records, in collaboration with Music On Vinyl, proudly presents the highly anticipated recording by two leading Dutch artists: cellist Quirine Viersen and pianist Thomas Beijer. Quirine Viersen has been a cello phenomenon since a young age. At a very early stage, she secured second place at the prestigious Scheveningen International Music Competition a unique achievement. In the decades that followed, Viersen garnered numerous accolades with her consistently acclaimed performances alongside world-famous ensembles, orchestras, and conductors. The most striking aspect of her playing is it's deep, warm humanity. Viersen does not just play music; she embodies it. This allows her to connect with the listener without any barriers. Beethoven's words are highly applicable here: 'From one heart directly into another's. 'Thomas Beijer has also been praised for years for his artistic quality. In 2022, he performed in the prestigious Great Pianists series at the Royal Concertgebouw and received the Dutch Music Prize, the highest state honour that can be awarded to a Dutch musician. Beijer, being a composer as well as a pianist, is able to approach music from the inside: 'Beijer has the art of bringing a composer's, a kindred spirit's, thought world to life,' said the Dutch Music Prize committee. Quirine Viersen and Thomas Beijer perform 14 compositions by Rudolf Escher, Frederic Chopin, Francis Poulenc, and Witold Lutoslawski. Founded in 2015, BarcaNova Records has a unique vision of classical music. Passion, perfection, and perseverance are paramount. By cleverly combining musicians, producers, instruments, and equipment, artists at BarcaNova can push the boundaries and create music that comes straight from the heart. LISTEN: https://youtu. Be/BBDdgWBhi5g* 180 GRAM VINYL* GATEFOLD SLEEVE ON SOFT-TOUCH LAMINATE * INCLUDES INSERT WITH LINER-NOTES* QUIRINE VIERSEN AND THOMAS BEIJER PLAY WORKS BY ESCHER, CHOPIN, LUTOSLAWSKI AND POULENCTrack listing:SIDE ARudolf Escher1. Allegro Agitato2. Largo3. Lento AllegrissimoSIDE BFrederic Chopin1. Allegro ModeratoSIDE CFrederic Chopin1. Scherzo2. Largo3. Finale Allegro Witold Lutslawski4. Grave-Metamorfozy na Wioloczele : fortepianSIDE DFrancis Poulenc1. Allegro Tempo Di Marcia Sans Trainer 2. Cavatine Tres Calme3. Ballabile Tres anime et gai4. Finale Largo, tres librement Presto subito