Carr-Petrova Duo

new album

HERS

“HERS” commemorates Women’s History Month with music by women composers and performers across time and place, from the 12th century’s Hildegard von Bingen to today’s Beyoncé.

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Violist Molly Carr and pianist Anna Petrova are rapidly compiling a remarkable list of accolades in recognition of their fiery musical expression, refined artistry, and relentless entrepreneurial dedication to social initiatives.

Both acclaimed international soloists, as individuals they have won top prizes in several international competitions, and have been featured in such world-renowned venues as Carnegie Hall, the Concertgebouw, and Lincoln Center. They have participated in festivals such as the Marlboro Music Festival, Ravinia, MozartFest, Music@Menlo, and the Perlman Music Program, and their performances have been broadcast on CNN, PBS, NPR’s “Performance Today,” WQXR, and ABC’s “Good Morning America.”

Top Album of 2020 and Seal of Superior Quality

CODALARIO MAGAZINE

"... one of the most compelling viola-piano recitals I have ever encountered."

Henry Fogel, FANFARE MAGAZINE

Top 10 recommended albums of the month

RITMO MAGAZINE

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‘HERS’ review (textura.org)
“HERS is a wonderful encapsulation of the recital duo’s vision and artistry. As partners, they demonstrate an inordinately strong chemistry, and the musicianship of each is well-accounted for on the release. The affection Carr and Petrova have for the composers, be they living colleagues or late groundbreakers, shows in their deep engagement with the material and […]
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“WHEN YOU FIND WHAT YOU LOVE, YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD.” Anyone ever heard this cliché phrase before and rolled your eyes?? Yeah. Me, too. But you know what? It’s actually a phrase I’ve decided I want to live by, and – from all I’ve seen in my life so far as an artist, business […]
HERS Program Notes
This program celebrates the women who, despite facing discrimination on both personal and institutional levels, nevertheless forged their own artistic paths. From the medieval era to the present, these composers not only often strayed outside of the narrow bounds of society’s expectations, but also produced music that testifies to their creativity, experience, and brilliance. As […]

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