Weinberg: Flute Concertos Nos. 1 & 2

Mieczysław Weinberg's works for flute were mainly conceived for the renowned soloist Alexander Korneyev. The earliest of these is the 12 Pieces from 1947, a playful series of character studies that touch on a variety of moods. Also from 1947, the recently rediscovered 5 Pieces draws on Debussy and the early string quartet Capriccio, Op. 11 for its ironic good humour. The First Flute Concerto has a genial air with klezmer influences, while the Second Flute Concerto , among Weinberg's last works, is often introspective and valedictory in mood. This is the first complete recording of Weinberg's entire output for accompanied flute.