The Virtuoso Bassoon

This album is a collection of works for bassoon and various accompanying instruments, featuring compositions by Ludwig van Beethoven, Aleksander Tansman, Roger Boutry, Malcolm Arnold, Karl-Birger Blomdahl, Erland von Koch, and Jan W. Morthenson. The album includes Beethoven's youthful Trio in C major for piano, flute, and bassoon, which reflects a strong Mozartian influence, and Tansman's Sonatina for bassoon and piano, a piece that has become a classic in the bassoon repertoire. Each piece showcases the unique characteristics and versatility of the bassoon, ranging from traditional to modern compositions. The performers include Knut Sønstevold on bassoon, Lucia Negro on piano, and other prominent musicians.