The following chirpy hesitant Valza was a good preparation for the contrasts of the impressive clarinet cadenza that preceded the speedy but delicate finale. And then we came to the pensive Adagio, where their notes just seemed magically to hang in the air. What a kaleidoscope of sound they turned out to be in the hands of Elaine and Viv! We moved from light frothy and playful to subdued and soft, then agile and fast to jaunty. Reflecting differing moods, Francaix’s Tema con Variationi were written to be test pieces for the Paris Conservatoire.
The clarinet’s acrobatics were great fun in the Rhondo. Having established the instruments' equality, the piano pulled back to let the clarinet take centre stage for a beautifully sensitive Adagio. The potential was well developed in the rendition we heard of Devienne’s first Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, with an excellent balance between the instruments in a spirited nimble Allegro. Elaine’s well constructed programme was an eclectic mix drawn from the Mozartian era to the 21st century, and included Indian Raga.Ĭomposers featured were Devienne, Francaix, Bowen, Mayer, Poulenc and Booth.ĭevienne, a composer whose main instruments were flute and bassoon, like Mozart, realised the expressive potential of the, then newly invented, clarinet. Elaine Cocks, clarinet, displayed virtuosic dexterity which was superbly matched by the empathetic accompaniment of pianist Viv McLean.
Two London based musicians gave a splendid performance for the first of NADSA concert’s 73rd series. "Their musicianship and cohesion was a privilege to experience live in this ensemble"Įlaine Cocks and Viv McLean after their NADSA concert with James Fox representing sponsor Rathbones Investment Management 114 " The drama and variety of the Allegro was beautifully matched by the thoughtful calm of the Adagio." The Sarabanda was played with superb delicacy, and conveyed a ghostly quality that was maintained into the more complex finale."īrahms Trio Op. Tate Sonata for Clarinet and Cello "we were treated to a riveting sequence of phrases demonstrating just how glorious and varied the clarinet and cello can be in the right pair of hands. "This is an accompanist who has much musicality to offer."īeethoven's Piano Trio No.4 op 11 ".an engaging mixture of mellifluous balance and vivacity"
78.added depth and range to the programme." "Daniel Tong's finely calibrated performance of Beethoven's Sonata in F sharp op. "Daniel Tong's playing is both refined and sensitive." The Times and The Sunday Times have described Elaine's interpretation of contemporary music as being “delivered with great élan” “Elaine obtained an astonishing range of colours in all registers of the instrument, lovely warm tone and exemplary control” “The sheer joy and enthusiasm in performance was somehow magically special” Group sizes vary from duo to octet and their repertoire is expanding all the time.Īs a trio Elaine Cocks, Robin Michael and Daniel Tong performed to great acclaim in 2014 and received the following accolades:Įlaine’s playing was described as “impressive and stylish” The group is made up from a number talented musicians around the U.K. The Varenne Ensemble is a versatile group founded by Elaine Cocks to explore the extensive repertoire of chamber music written for the clarinet. Tweets by The Varenne Ensemble A Versatile Group
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