The works on this recording, including the famous Fantasy in F Minor, were primarily written during the last year of Schubert’s life. These gems provide impressive testimony of the composer’s extraordinary, unequaled mastery of the art of piano four hands. They are characterized by a profound musical expressiveness and technical perfection.

The Duo Crommelynck earned international recognition as interpreters for piano four hands through their concert and festival appearances as well as through their many recordings for Claves. Their inspired dedication to the repertoire for piano four hands provided a key impetus to the revival of this neglected form. The sudden and tragic death of Patrick and Taeko Crommelynck has made this third volume of Schubert into their last recording.