"They are of a rather light style, more intended for domestic use than for concert performance"? This is how Smetana describes the two duos he composed in honor of Bohemia, his homeland. And it is hard to believe that he had already been deaf for two years at that time? Immediately appreciated, Smetana even managed to "use" several publishers at once to increase his fees. These duos for violin and piano, not very demanding technically, captivate with the vigor of their melodies and the pleasure of playing they provide.?
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