Wen Ma, Zijian Wei - Chopin & Franck: Cello & Piano Works (2026) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65, B. 160: I. Allegro moderato
02. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65, B. 160: Scherzo
03. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65, B. 160: Largo
04. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65, B. 160: Finale. Allegro
05. Études, Op. 25: No. 7 in C-Sharp Minor, B. 98 Cello (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Alexander Glazunov)
06. Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Jules Delsart): I. Allegretto ben moderato
07. Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Jules Delsart): II. Allegro
08. Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Jules Delsart): III. Recitativo-Fantasia. Ben moderato - Molto lento
09. Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Jules Delsart): IV. Allegretto poco mosso

This album presents a refined dialogue between cello and piano, featuring classic works by Fryderyk Chopin and Cesar Franck. Performed by distinguished cellist Wen Ma and pianist Zijian Wei, winner of the 2024 Cleveland International Piano Competition, the album reflects the performers’ deep affinity for this classical repertoire. Throughout the recording, the dialogue between cello and piano is infused with a lingering romantic resonance.