Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 50
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Piano Trio
Borodin Trio
1981 Very well recorded.Gil's top choice. They have 'that Russian character, that Russian soulfulness, that lush sound.' Wonderful playing and phrasing.
Apple MusicEmil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich
early 50s A little rough, early 50s recording.The classic Russian powerhouse trio. 'Just what you'd expect and more.' They bring the Russian soul and character that brings home the beauty, drama, and power. One of the great chamber music recordings.
Apple MusicEvgeny Kissin, Joshua Bell, Mischa Maisky
2009 Live, Verbier FestivalAn intensely involved live performance. The concert film makes the interaction between the three players especially vivid.