W. A. Mozart: Piano Trios, Vol. 1 Susato Trio

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791): Piano Trio No. 2 in G Major, K. 496:
• 1 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 2 in G Major, K. 496: I. Allegro 08:21
• 2 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 2 in G Major, K. 496: II. Andante 05:57
• 3 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 2 in G Major, K. 496: III. Allegretto 09:16
• Piano Trio No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 254 "Divertimento":
• 4 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 254 "Divertimento": I. Allegro assai 08:31
• 5 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 254 "Divertimento": II. Adagio 08:36
• 6 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 254 "Divertimento": III. Rondo. Tempo di menuetto 06:49
• Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548:
• 7 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548: I. Allegro 07:10
• 8 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548: II. Andante cantabile 07:29
• 9 Mozart: Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548: III. Allegro 04:21
• Total Runtime 01:06:30

Info for W. A. Mozart: Piano Trios, Vol. 1

With this album, the Susato Trio begins its complete recording of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s six piano trios. Although they were composed by one of the most famous composers of all time, these works are relatively rarely heard in the concert hall. The first instalment combines the Divertimento in B flat major, K. 254, with the Piano Trios in G major, K. 496, and C major, K. 548, thereby tracing the development of Mozart’s engagement with the genre over a period of twelve years. Whilst the early K. 254 still follows in the tradition of the accompanied piano sonata, the later works develop an increasingly equal dialogue between the instruments. The Susato Trio, featuring Sarah Bayens (violin), Mikko Pablo (cello) and Markiyan Popil (piano), also presents its debut album with this recording.

Susato Trio

The Susato Trio
takes its name from Tielman Susato, the sixteenth-century Antwerp composer and music publisher who founded the first music publishing house in the Low Countries. Like their namesake, the ensemble is committed to bringing music to a wide audience and enjoys exploring both well-known works of the piano trio repertoire and lesser-known music that deserves to be heard more often.

Founded in Antwerp in 2022, the trio consists of violinist Sarah Bayens, cellist Mikko Pablo, and pianist Markiyan Popil. Since its formation, the ensemble has established itself as a regular presence on the European chamber music scene, performing at venues including Concertgebouw Amsterdam, BOZAR Brussels, Flagey, and Amare The Hague. The trio has also been recognised at several international chamber music competitions, receiving numerous prizes and distinctions.

The ensemble's artistic development has been enriched through its participation in the European Chamber Music Academy, where they have worked closely with leading chamber musicians and pedagogues from across Europe. Among them are Johannes Meissl, Patrick Jüdt, Ellen Corver, Avedis Kouyoumdjian, and members of the Casals Quartet and the Danish String Quartet. These experiences continue to influence the trio's work today.

Booklet for W. A. Mozart: Piano Trios, Vol. 1