Borup-Ernst Duo
Hasse Borup and Mary Kathleen Ernst bring commanding performances of
depth, elegance and power to audiences internationally. The duo's
telepathic ensemble and technical virtuosity, innovative approach to
today's music and fresh interpretations of classical masterworks places
them among the best. Critics are calling their debut recording,
American Fantasies, "a Landmark CD." Borup and Ernst are personal
and
compelling in every arena, from classroom to concert hall. The
Duo has
appeared at numerous venues, including the Arnold Schoenberg Center in
Vienna, Contemporary Music Forum in Washington D.C. , to name a
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Praise for the
2008-release "American Fantasies" (Centaur CD
2918)
"..a compelling whole, made
all the more gripping here by Borup and Ernst's interpretive empathy
and watertight ensemble." - The Strad
"A Landmark CD. It
deserves every success." - Musicweb International
"...the dialogue between the
two
musicians is seamless." - Allmusic.com
"Borup and his partner,
pianist Mary Kathleen Ernst, play these pieces with an earnestness and
polish that capture their
very essence and spirit. Their readings are emotionally charged,
vibrant and dynamic. Their
collaboration is intuitive, their
technique amazing and their musicality superb." - Deseret News