Flautist János Bálint and pianist Nicolas Costantinou perform a trio of irresistible flute sonatas, from Poulenc’s classic of the genre to the world-premiere recording of the sonata by Constantinos Y. Stylianou. The album title Kýma refers to the Greek word for ‘wave’, encapsulating the concept of continuous movement, in both sound and water, and representing the flow of musical energy from performers to listener.
The pieces featured on the album reflect diverse musical languages and styles, yet are interconnected by their Neoclassical elements. Kýma opens with the wonderful Sonata by Poulenc, a work characterised by its bittersweet charm, wit and irony.
The Sonata by Swiss composer, critic and painter Peter Mieg is rich in inventiveness and melody, offering a unique take on the flute, and revealing his deep affinity for the instrument while exploring new sonic possibilities.
The album concludes with the premiere recording of the Sonata by Constantinos Y. Stylianou, filled with lyricism and combining contempo