A relationship is formed between the left hand of the piano and the right hand of the piano, but also the left hand of the piano and the violin. ... Glances of the melodies prior appear in the notes played legato. Theme one returns this time in octaves played by the piano accompanied by the violin playing short staccato notes. ... Harmony in the piano surrounds the violins regal melody which is full of longing. ... The three note motto emerges once again however this time sounding much like a funeral march. ...

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The musicians presented three pieces by Johannes Brahms: "Sonata in F major for "Cello and Piano, Op. 99," "Sonata in F minor for Clarinet and Piano, Op. 120 No. 1," and "Trio in A minor for Clarinet, "Cello and Piano, Op. 114." ... It was measured in thirds and there was some syncopation involved when the "cello would deviate from the beat set by the piano. During the piece, both the piano and "cello would imitate each other in a counterpoint fashion. It seemed as though at times the "cello would command the piano and vice versa. ... This, I believe is crucial to any great performance and enh...

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