Christian Poltéra and Juho Pohjonen

“In perfect symbiosis with Juho Pohjonen, Poltéra breathes freely, combining density with flexibility and avoiding overloading humorous or ironic passages, without confining the work to overly conventional heroism.” (Diapason, 12/2024)

Christian Poltéra | Violoncello
Juho Pohjonen | Piano

Christian Poltéra and Juho Pohjonen last played together as part of Christian Poltéra’s residency at the Schwetzingen Festival, which turned out to be a wonderful opportunity to talk about new ideas, resulting in the following programme.

Prokofiev Ballad C minor op. 15
Elgar Violin sonata E minor op. 82 (Arr. for violoncello Poltéra)
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Sibelius Malinconia op. 20
Chopin Sonata G minor op. 65