Veronique De Raedemaeker - Berio & Bach: Veronique De Raedemaeker (2023)

The first time I heard Veronique play was in a masterclass in Antwerp in 2009. I remember it as if it were only yesterday; she captivated the entire room with her lovely smile and an awe-inspiring rendition of Beethoven’s romance in F major. But it was not until 5 years later, in the second year of my higher education that we finally played music together. Veronique’s richness of tone and instinctively beautiful phrasing allowed me to find new ways of integrating what I was trying to achieve in my playing with her indominable spirit and joy for life. It was when we were both studying in Cologne that we would eventually start preparing the program for this CD. Assisted by Barnabás Kelemen and Christian Beldi, Veronique’s drive for perfection was fundamental to obtaining the result of our work. As someone who grew up in a warm and loving family, Veronique was always generous in giving space for my opinions as her chamber music partner. Veronique’s creativity is always spirited and refreshing and for that, I am grateful for the journey so far.