Beethoven Violin Sonatas

Bella Hristova | Michael Houstoun

2019 CLASSICAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR (finalist)

A 4-CD set of beautifully presented recordings of the complete Beethoven violin sonatas, performed to the very highest standards by violinist Bella Hristova and pianist Michael Houstoun.

Produced by Kenneth Young
Engineered by Steve Garden with assistance from John Kim
Recorded in the APO rehearsal rooms, Auckland, in September 2017
Piano tuning by Glenn Easley
Cover image “Scoper” by Kim Van Someren (University of Washington), used with the kind permission of the artist
Design by UnkleFranc
Printing by Studio Q

Thanks to Anne Rodda and the Michael Hill Violin Competition, and to the APO for the use of their rehearsal rooms

Very special thanks to Genevieve, Gabrielle, and Tabatha Becroft for their very generous and enthusiastic support of this project. We couldn’t have realised this project without you, and we’ll be forever grateful.
Lots of love, Bella & Michael

Released: 02 April 2019
Catalogue: RAT-D088

Bella HRISTOVA

Acclaimed as a player with impressive power, passion, and control, a beautiful sound, and a compelling command of her instrument, violinist Bella Hristova is an ardent proponent of contemporary new music and a highly sought-after soloist and chamber musician who has performed in many of the world's premier venues.

Michael HOUSTOUN

Widely celebrated as our finest pianists, Michael has enjoyed a thriving career as a concerto soloist, recitalist, conductor, and chamber musician. This release marks his eleventh for Rattle, eight of which as the principal artist, and all of which have been critically acclaimed landmarks of NZ music.