Beethoven: Trio for Violin, Cello, and Piano in B-flat major, Op. 11 | Rosalind Trio

Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 4 in B-flat major Op. 11 “Gassenhauer-Trio” / Rosalind Trio 00:00 - Allegro con brio 6:45 - Adagio 11:33 - Allegretto. Theme and Variations “Pria ch’io l’impegno“ Piano - Anna Kislitsyna Violin - Alexandr Kislitsyn Cello - Branson Yeast Rosalind Trio - LINKS Website: Facebook: Instagram: YouTube: @RosalindTrio Email: rosalindtrio@ This trio was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven during the early years of his career. Also known as the “Gassenhauer“ Trio, it is a testament to Beethoven’s revolutionary approach to chamber music. Beethoven composed this trio during his early period. It was a time when Beethoven was emerging from the shadow of his predecessors and establishing his unique voice in the musical landscape of Vienna. This period marked the transition from the classical elegance of Mozart and Haydn to the bold innovation that would characterize Beethoven’s later works. The Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 11, is notable for its fusion of classical forms with elements of folk music, particularly in the third movement, which features variations on a popular tune of the time, hence earning its nickname “Gassenhauer“ (street song). Beethoven’s genius shines through in the intricate interplay between the piano, violin, and cello, showcasing his mastery of counterpoint and thematic development.