Johannes Brahms - Viola Sonatas (Francesco Fiore; Yevheniya Lysohor)

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Composer: Johannes Brahms

• Sonata for Viola and Piano in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1
• Sonata for Viola and Piano in E-Flat Major, Op. 120 No. 2

Francesco Fiore, viola

Yevheniya Lysohor, piano

Date: 2026

Label: Aulicus Classics

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Francesco Fiore, born in Rome, is an accomplished violist who studied at the Santa Cecilia Conservatory under Lina Lama and Massimo Paris, later refining his skills with Bruno Giuranna in Cremona. A prize-winning musician, he has performed extensively at major festivals and venues worldwide. His chamber music collaborations include distinguished artists such as Salvatore Accardo and Uto Ughi. Fiore has recorded for several prominent labels and, since 1991, has served as principal viola of the Teatro dell’Opera Orchestra in Rome. He has also held leading roles in other prestigious orchestras and taught advanced courses at Italian conservatories.

Yevheniya Lysohor is a Ukrainian pianist who demonstrated exceptional musical talent from early childhood, studying initially with her grandmother and later with Vsevolod Vorobyev. She trained at the Kyiv Academy of Arts before continuing her studies in Italy at the Cremona Conservatory, where she earned top scholarships. An accomplished soloist and chamber musician, she has performed at prestigious venues and festivals worldwide, collaborating with renowned artists and participating in significant projects and premieres. Lysohor is also dedicated to teaching and philanthropy, regularly engaging in charitable performances. In addition to piano, she holds a master’s degree in opera singing and remains active in both performance and education.

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