The Piatti Quartet‘s new album of String Quartets by Naresh Sohal is released today on Toccata Classics.
The British-based Naresh Sohal, born in Punjab in 1939 but resident in the UK for most of his life, was the first person of Indian origin to make his mark as a composer of western classical music, writing works that displayed an unusual fusion of two cultures. The four quartets heard here – two of them being recorded for the first time – document Sohal’s stylistic journey: the fireworks of Chiaroscuro II reflect the wild energy of European modernism, whereas the three later works are more considered in manner, incorporating occasional echoes of Indian music into their freewheeling counterpoint.
“we are very proud to present these quartets by Naresh Sohal, recipient of the Order of the Lotus, some of which have never been heard before! Championed by the late Andrew Davis, Sohal’s music is so unique and fascinating!”
Piatti Quartet
Works performed on the recording are:
String Quartet No.1: Chiaroscuro II
String Quartet No. 3
String Quartet No. 4
String Quartet No. 5
More information is available here and it is also available to listen to on all streaming platforms:
