The Lillibridge Ensemble
Raphael Ryger, violin
Madeleine Forte, piano

Robeert Schumann
Violin Sonata No.1 in A Minor Op.105

César Franck
Sonata in A Major for Violin and Piano

Gabriel Fauré
Violin Sonata No.1 in A Major Op.13

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Schumann:
“Beautiful ensemble and balance. Passionate expression indeed, and rich sonorities and varied colors throughout.”
-David Clampitt, Music Theorist and Violinist

“Played with love and with beautiful tone, Raphael and Madeleine! I enjoyed the performance.
The piece is often played too heavy-handed, your gentle approach fits it better.”
-Matthew Bengtson, Pianist and Composer

“Thank you, Madeleine, it is a very good performance, much appreciated!”
-John Nadas, Musicologist

“Hi from Belgium — Fantastic, passionate, brilliant!”
-James Sinclair, Conductor

“Rich and luscious—Schumann at his most Brahmsian. Bravissimi!”
Jonathan D. Bellman, Musicologist

“Bravi, Madeleine. Beautiful playing! Thanks for sharing!!”
-Craig Sheppard, Pianist

Franck:
“I warmly congratulate and thank Madeleine and Raphael for this wonderful recording. Their playing is a beautiful example of mature, clear, wise and sensitive musicianship. Their choice of pieces is, as always, perfect.
The music of Franck is timeless and speaks to the human soul.”
-Agnes Papp, Pianist

“Thank you for this wonderful music!
The players seem to speak the same musical language, nice to hear the harmony between them without showing up.
It is simple music. Thank you for sharing!”
-János Kéry, Pianist

“Thank you for this beautiful performance! We are glad we were able to see it!
Wonderful music — with great performers! Congratulations! We wish you further success!”
-Mária Kéry, Professional Choir Director and Music Teacher

Fauré:
“Passionate music, passionate performance!
Beautifully delivered with drive alternating with moments of utmost tenderness.
A deeply felt and engaging musical journey exploring this pinnacle of romanticism. Bravo!”
-Mario Igrec, The Juilliard School

“Amazing and beautiful - thanks for sharing.”
-Diane Krause, Physician

“Never has Fauré’s Violin Sonata No. 1 in A major sounded so good!
Two great musicians, Madeleine Forte on piano & Raphael Ryger on violin, complimented each other amazingly well.. Together they provide a powerful yet sensitive rendition of one of Fauré’s most well known and popular chamber works. Kudos to both Madeleine and Raphael.”
-Art Fleischmann, Music Lover

“What an awesome performance! A half hour of pure enchantment.”
-Lee Croft, Professor of Russian at ASU, AZ

"The technique on the piano is extraordinary and the intonation on the violin is wonderful!
Both of you are to be commended for staying committed to fine music with these recordings!"
-Fred Rossomando, President of Grace Recording

“The duo Ryger-Forte is exceptional, their souls are in perfect communion to celebrate the mystery of Music.
As an old musician, I feel moved to tears that such musicians still exist for the joy of us all.”
-Marlene Giroux, retired concert pianist, from Nimes, France