Uxia martinez botana^sergey ostrovsky^alexander kagan^noemie bialobroda –

Mendelssohn x files

In the first of several projects for Fuga Libera, Spanish double bassist Uxia Martinez Botana invites us to hear Mendelssohn as never before. By placing her instrument at the heart of the string quartet and replacing the traditional cello, she opens up a world of unexpected textures and emotional depth. Her brilliant career as a soloist and as principal double bass of Kremerata Baltica (at just 23) and the Weinberger Kammerorchester makes her the natural instigator of this innovative ensemble. Together with three exceptional musicians, she reshapes the balance of the ensemble with subtlety and imagination while remaining faithful to the spirit of the music. From the warmth of Mendelssohn's joyful moments to the raw power of his grief, the double bass becomes both foundation and voice. This is not only a tribute to a great composer, it is also an artistic statement, offering a fresh lens on this beloved repertoire, and a moving exploration of how tradition can evolve without losing it's soul.

Country of Pressing	US
Artist	Uxia Martinez Botana^Sergey Ostrovsky^Alexander Kagan^Noemie Bialobroda
Released	2025
Music Genre	Classical
Label	FUGA LIBERA LABEL
Condition	New
UPC	5400439008472
SKU	al-5400439008472

1.1 String Quartet No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 44 No. 3, MWV R28~Adagio non troppo
1.2 Four pieces for string quartet, Op. 81, MWV R35~Capriccio
1.3 Four pieces for string quartet, Op. 81, MWV R35~Fuga
1.4 String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80, MWV R37~I. Allegro Vivace assai
1.5 String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80, MWV R37~II. Allegro Assai
1.6 String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80, MWV R37~III. Adagio
1.7 String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80, MWV R37~IV. Finale: Allegro molto