Johannes Brahms; Robert Schumann - Cello Works (Dominik Połoński; Kinga Firlej)

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Composer: Johannes Brahms; Robert Schumann

1. Brahms - Sonata in D major for Cello & Piano (a transcription of Sonata in G major Op. 78): I. Vivace ma non troppo
2. Brahms - Sonata in D major for Cello & Piano (a transcription of Sonata in G major Op. 78): II. Adagio
3. Brahms - Sonata in D major for Cello & Piano (a transcription of Sonata in G major Op. 78): III. Allegro molto moderato
4. Brahms - Der Tod, das ist die kühle Nacht Op. 96 No. 1
5. Brahms - Denn es gehet dem Menschen Op. 121 No. 1
6. Brahms - Wie Melodien zieht es mir Op. 105 No. 1
7. Schumann - Widmung Op. 25 No. 1
8. Schumann - Aus den hebräischen Gesängen Op. 25 No. 15
9. Schumann - Adagio und Allegro Op. 70: I. Langsam mit innigem Ausdruck
10. Schumann - Adagio und Allegro Op. 70: II. Rasch und feurig. Schneller

Dominik Połoński, cello

Kinga Firlej, piano

Date: 2026

Label: DUX Recording Producers

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The debut album by the talented young duo of cellist Dominik Połoński and pianist Kinga Firlej offers an exceptionally beautiful exploration of German romantic songs by Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms. Both musicians are distinguished graduates of the Academy of Music in Łódź and laureates of prestigious international competitions who have collaborated with world-renowned classical masters. On this recording, the duo perfectly captures musical contrasts of mood, balancing lyricism and melody with intense dynamics and expression. Under Połoński’s skillful performance, the cello brilliantly showcases its rich tonal colors, sonority, and full expressive capabilities.