We don’t usually feature classical pieces, but when we do, it’s because something has completely kidnapped our attention – and probably our hearts, too. That’s exactly the case for Isobelle Austin’s latest release, a stunning rendition of Shostakovich’s Prelude from Five Pieces for Two Violins and Piano. The London-based musician has arranged it into a cello extravaganza, crafting a piece that’s incredibly poignant and evocative.
Nothing out of the ordinary for Austin, who has proved her worth time and time again. A known figure in the industry, Isobelle is both a renowned performer in the pop and classical spaces, and a passionate composer, pursuing an artistic path steeped in sensibility and the life-changing power of synesthesia. The result is material that’s cinematic, elegant and heartwarming.
On the circumstances around the record, we are told: “When Isobelle first moved to London, she was touched by the beauty of Shostakovich’s Prelude for Two Violins and Piano. Isobelle knew that recording this piece would provide both a grounding experience while she was finding her feet in London, and an avenue through which she could further explore her sound.”
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