TRIO LIRICO
Trio Lirico brings together three charismatic artists: violinist Franziska Pietsch, violist Atilla Aldemir and cellist Arne-Christian Pelz. Together they create an intense chamber music dialogue characterised by depth of expression, soloistic brilliance and uncompromising dedication to music.
The Trio Lirico performs regularly on renowned venues such as the Berliner Philharmonie and the Laeiszhalle, and also makes guest appearances at major concert series and festivals throughout Europe – most recently in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Highlights of the current season include performances at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and the Bagno Konzertgalerie Steinfurt.
The repertoire spans a wide range from classical to contemporary music and is enriched by striking arrangements created especially for the trio – an appealing stylistic contrast in the context of chamber music. World premieres by Georg Biller, Thorsten Encke and Wolfgang Schultz, among others, underline the ensemble's close connection to the music of our time.
The trio's recordings have also received international acclaim. The recording released in 2024 with works by Dohnányi, Kodály, Ysaÿe and Peter Eötvös' string trio was awarded the Supersonic Award. In 2025, the ensemble, together with pianist Josu de Solaun, released the world's first recording of Spanish piano quartets by Vicente Zurrón and Bartolomé Pérez Casas – a production that brought the trio international attention.
With technical brilliance, stylistic openness, artistic daring and passionate ensemble playing, Trio Lirico is one of the most distinguished string trio ensembles in today's concert life.
Oct. 01, 2026 - 7:30pm
(doors open 6:45pm)
Trio Lirico
Franziska Pietsch (violin)
Atilla Aldemir (viola)
Arne-Christian Pelz (cello)
program:
Ludwig van Beethoven: String Trio C minor op.9.No.3
Beethoven’s String Trio in C minor is among the most significant chamber works of his early Viennese years. With its dramatic energy, striking contrasts, and remarkable expressive depth, it already foreshadows many of the qualities of his later masterpieces. At the same time, the work reveals Beethoven’s skill in giving all three instruments an equal and engaging role in a vivid musical dialogue.
Bohuslav Martinů: String Trio No. 2
Martinů’s Second String Trio combines rhythmic vitality with lyrical melancholy. Written during his exile in the United States, the work blends Czech musical influences, modern harmonies, and a remarkable transparency of texture. Its shifting moods, dance-like impulses, and singing melodic lines create a distinctive and highly individual musical voice.
Mieczysław Weinberg: String Trio op. 48
Weinberg’s String Trio was composed during a period of personal and political hardship. The work is notable for its emotional intensity and its balance between introspective reflection and passionate expression. Powerful rhythms, lamenting melodies, and frequent unexpected turns give the music its distinctive tension, making this trio a compelling testament to the artistic spirit of the twentieth century.
Ernst von Dohnànyi: Serenade for String Trio, Op. 10
With his Serenade, Dohnányi created one of the most beloved works in the string trio repertoire. The music combines late-Romantic warmth with classical elegance and virtuosic brilliance. Between lively dance movements, heartfelt melodies, and moments of wit and charm, the work unfolds as a colorful and engaging exploration of the expressive possibilities of the string trio.