Mendelssohn; Lalo: Piano Trios

"The Gryphon Trio has made many recordings for this French Canadian label and is considered one of Canada’s premiere chamber music groups. Both of these works are from the special area of Romantic period chamber music wherein the piano-centered trio form began to eclipse the familiar string quartet. The Mendelssohn is a very demanding work, especially the piano part, beautifully interpreted by Jamie Parker. The middle movement borrows a theme from the composer’s Songs Without Words. Lalo’s third trio was written late in life as a welcome change from composing works for larger instrumental forces. It abounds in spirited rhythms and fine melodies. Both performance and recorded quality are beyond criticism here." (Audiophile Audition)