Wolfgang Rihm - Wolfgang Rihm: Grat / Edge (LP)

Wolfgang Rihm: Grat / Edge is a captivating album that celebrates the 70th birthday of the renowned composer Wolfgang Rihm. This personal tribute, recorded by Friedrich Gauwerky in the studios of Deutschlandfunk Cologne, showcases Rihm's innovative and boundary-pushing compositions. The album features a range of pieces, including the early, unpublished string trio "Streichtrio Nr. 2", which reveals allusions to Alban Berg's lyrical dodecaphony, as well as the first recordings of "duomonolog".

Released on 6 May 2022 via Wergo, this album is a testament to Rihm's mastery of sound and form. With a duration of 48 minutes, the tracklist takes the listener on a journey through six exquisite pieces, including "Grat", "von weit: 'Antlitz'-Version für Violoncello und Klavier", and "Streichtrio op. 9". Performed by Friedrich Gauwerky, Alexandra Greffin-Klein, Axel Porath, and Florian Uhlig, this album is a must-listen for fans of contemporary classical music. Wolfgang Rihm's unique voice and style shine through in every note, making "Grat / Edge" an essential addition to any music collection.