Their third duo album on Signum Classics, Viktoria Mullova and Alasdair Beatson perform Beethoven’s Sonatas 2 and 10. Uniquely for the A Major sonata Op 12 No 2 they use a copy of an 1805 Walter (a Viennese fortepiano), and for Sonata No 10 op. 96 they use a copy of an 1819 graf, both by Paul McNulty. Together with violin strung with gut, these instruments are what Beethoven’s music craves, giving a rich texture and distinct colours between the registers.
★★★★ – “A wonderful performance that becomes richer on each listening” – BBC Music Magazine
★★★★ – “The fine detail of both the violin and the keyboard playing is exquisite” – The Guardian
“Their perceptive interpretations express these works’ full gamut of emotions from introspection to humour.” – The Strad
“The wait has been worth it: Mullova’s superb musicianship shines in close-knit partnership with Beatson.” – Europadisc