This 1998 Sony Classical release pairs two masterworks from early 20th century composers. Korngold, famous for his film scores and operas, and Schmidt, a Vienna-born symphonist, both created major works for left-hand piano combined with string accompaniment. The ensemble is stellar: Yo-Yo Ma on cello, violinists Joseph Silverstein and Jaime Laredo, with legendary pianist Leon Fleisher. The result is lush Romantic writing with modern sensibilities, balancing nostalgia with experimentation. These are substantial, emotionally complex works performed at the highest level. Essential for classical fans drawn to the transitional period between late-Romanticism and modernism, and particularly valuable for anyone interested in chamber music with real depth.

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