A musical couple come face to face. Each composed a set of variations on a theme by the other, by turns tender and passionate. Both, moreover, left us a sonata in G minor: Robert’s is impetuous and fiery, while Clara’s, only recently published, enthrals us with its dramatic power.

Robert Schumann    
Variations on a theme by Clara Wieck Op.14

Clara Schumann    
Sonata in G minor

Clara Schumann    
Variations on a theme by Robert Schumann Op.20

Robert Schumann    
Sonata No.2 in G minor Op.22