Album insights
Experience the captivating album "On Hallgató" featuring Ferenc Snétberger and the renowned Keller Quartet. Recorded live at Budapest's Liszt Academy, the music unfolds seamlessly with compositions by Snétberger, Shostakovich, Dowland, and Barber. Snétberger's heartfelt piece "In Memory of My People" pays tribute to his Sinti and Roma heritage, evoking both mourning and celebration. The Keller Quartet's delicate performance of Shostakovich's 8th String Quartet exudes emotional depth. Collaborating, Snétberger and the quartet present soulful renditions of Dowland's works, joined by cellist László Fenyö for a poignant duet. From Barber's haunting Molto adagio to Snétberger's tender "Your Smile," each piece resonates with profound emotion. The album concludes with the stirring "Rhapsody 1," a theme by Snétberger for a poignant film project exploring Roma and Holocaust narratives. This immersive album deeply engages listeners with its rich and moving compositions.