PIANO TRIO
for violin, cello and piano
 
An Engaging Contemporary Work for Piano Trio
Piano Trio (1999) by Lior Navok is a 22-minute work for violin, cello, and piano. Built around a set of evolving motifs, the four movements—Appassionato, Scherzando, Calmo e molto tranquillo, and Finale: energico—explore contrasting forms, moods, and expressions. The piece honors the classical piano trio tradition while forging new paths, offering performers a dynamic and engaging addition to the modern Piano Trio repertoire.
 
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About the Music
Piano Trio is a 22‑minute, four‑movement work that engages directly with the long tradition of the violin–cello–piano trio while carving out its own expressive space. Built around a small set of motifs that evolve across the movements, the trio moves between intensity, playfulness, introspection, and energetic drive. Written for Trio Aubade in 1999, the work balances soloistic writing with tight ensemble interplay, creating a narrative shaped by contrast, momentum, and lyrical depth. It is ideal for professional violinists, cellists, and pianists, as well as advanced student trios developing ensemble cohesion, phrasing, and long‑form structure. The work is well suited for contemporary chamber concerts, mixed‑repertoire trio programs, and recitals exploring modern extensions of classical forms. It is highly appropriate for ensemble competitions and auditions that value precision, expressive range, and the ability to shape multi‑movement arcs, proving effective in medium‑sized halls where clarity, balance, and the full dynamic range of the Piano Trio can be appreciated.
 
Program Notes
In composing the Piano Trio, I sought to honor the tradition of the medium while also forging new paths. The work revolves around a few motifs that evolve across the four movements, exploring varied forms, moods, and expressions.
 
Movements:
Appassionato
Scherzando
Calmo e molto tranquillo
Finale: energico
 
Specifications
Duration: 22 minutes
Year Composed: 1999
Instrumentation: Violin, Cello and Piano
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Product Information
Hard Copy (Score and Parts)
Condition: New 1st Edition score
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