小提琴家黃俊文與鋼琴家黃海倫，是音樂路上的默契夥伴，2025年將發行最新專輯《無垠之鏡》。(法國Naïve 唱片公司)
小提琴家黃俊文與鋼琴家黃海倫是音樂路上的默契好夥伴，兩人合作十年，時時在音樂上有新的觸發。這次由法國 Naïve 唱片公司發行、兩人攜手合作的最新專輯《無垠之鏡》，規劃普朗克、佩爾特和普羅高菲夫等作曲家的經典作品，以鏡像為比喻，呈現音樂的多樣性與深度，也是兩人合作十年的最新成果。
黃俊文表示，專輯裡的作品大多創作於二戰期間，透過音樂，聽眾可以更深入地反思歷史，「這些作品創作於過去，但它們所表達的情感和主題，依然與我們當今所處的時代息息相關，在一個充滿變動的世界裡，音樂能夠提供一個寧靜的空間，讓聽眾得以沉澱心靈，進行自我反思。」黃俊文指出，這些作品都可聽見作曲家試圖以音樂描繪他們當下時代環境的場景，以及他們內在的感受、受到文學作品的觸發等，普朗克和普羅高菲夫這兩首雖然沒有明確的標題，但是卻讓人能聽見其中蘊含著深刻的故事與意境。
戰爭的回聲與和平的渴望
黃俊文與黃海倫的合作不僅是技術上的默契，更是對音樂的共同追求。他們在演奏中所展現出的默契與激情，以及對音樂細節的精益求精，都讓這張專輯充滿了獨特的魅力。
專輯的曲目安排是將普朗克和普羅高菲夫在二戰期間創作的奏鳴曲作為開頭和結尾，透過音樂描繪出戰爭的殘酷與人們對和平的渴望。普朗克的奏鳴曲向西班牙詩人洛爾卡致敬，以不規則的樂句和強烈對比，呈現出戰爭對情感和社會的衝擊。普羅高菲夫的作品則將戰爭的喧囂、和平的夢想和民間舞蹈的歡樂與悲傷巧妙地融合在一起。
在聆聽順序上的安排，也是根據聽覺調性，三首連著聽下來，可從d小調聽到其關係調F大調，再從F大調聽到平行調f小調，整張專輯有一個完成的鋪陳脈絡，完整聽完，更能理解作曲家的意圖和隱性關聯。
佩爾特的寧靜之鏡
在兩首奏鳴曲之間，出現愛沙尼亞作曲家佩爾特的《鏡中鏡》，如同一片寧靜的湖面，為聽眾提供一個沉思的空間。而這首作品以空靈的線條和內省的氛圍，平衡了整張專輯的張力。
黃俊文和黃海倫在這張專輯中展現了深厚的音樂造詣和默契。他們透過音樂，與人類最原始的情感產生共鳴，並將各自的理解相互映照。這張專輯不僅是兩人音樂旅程的新階段，更是他們對戰爭與和平主題的深刻思考。
而專輯名稱《無垠之鏡》也寓意深遠。鏡子不僅反映了音樂的多樣性，也象徵著音樂家之間的相互理解，以及音樂與聽眾之間的情感連結。黃俊文和黃海倫的《無垠之鏡》邀請聽眾一同探索戰爭與和平的複雜議題，並在音樂中尋求慰藉與啟發。
黃俊文在這張專輯中，通過演奏三位作曲家的作品，探索了音樂與文學、歷史和情感之間的深層聯繫。他希望通過這張專輯，能夠讓聽眾感受到音樂的美麗和力量。
專輯資訊：
《無垠之鏡》
普朗克、佩爾特和普羅高菲夫作品
黃俊文、黃海倫
Naïve V8617
發行：2025年1月3日
小提琴家黃俊文與鋼琴家黃海倫，是音樂路上的默契夥伴，2025年將發行最新專輯《無垠之鏡》。(法國Naïve 唱片公司)
Paul Huang and Helen Huang: A Decade of Musical Partnership and Their New Album "Mirror" Echoes Through Time
Paul Huang and Helen Huang, a renowned violin and piano duo, will release their latest album, "Mirrors," on the French label Naïve, which is scheduled for release in January 2025. This album "Mirrors" marks a significant milestone in the duo's decade-long collaboration. It features a collection of three works by composers such as Poulenc, Prokofiev and Pärt, showcasing their deep musical connection and their ability to interpret music with profound understanding.
Huang explained that most of the works on the album were composed during World War II. Through music, listeners can gain a deeper understanding of history. "Although these works were created in the past, the emotions and themes they express are still relevant to our current times. In a world full of change, music can provide a peaceful space for listeners to reflect and introspect."
Huang pointed out that these composers often sought to depict the scenes of their era and their inner feelings through music, sometimes inspired by literary works. While Poulenc's and Prokofiev's sonatas do not have explicit titles, they convey profound stories and meanings.
A Decade of Musical Partnership
The album's sequencing begins and ends with sonatas composed by Poulenc and Prokofiev during World War II, musically depicting the brutality of war and the longing for peace. Poulenc's sonata pays homage to the Spanish poet Federico García Lorca, using irregular phrases and strong contrasts to convey the impact of war on emotions and society. Prokofiev's work cleverly blends the clamor of war, the dream of peace, and the joy and sorrow of folk dances.
The sequence of the pieces is also arranged according to tonal relationships, moving from d minor to its relative major, F major, and then to the parallel minor, f minor. This creates a complete and coherent narrative, allowing listeners to fully grasp the composer's intentions and underlying connections.
Between the two sonatas, Estonian composer Arvo Pärt's "Mirror in the Mirror" serves as a tranquil interlude, offering listeners a space for contemplation. With its ethereal lines and introspective atmosphere, this piece balances the album's tension.
Beyond the Notes: The Stories Behind the Music
Huang and Huang demonstrate their profound musical knowledge and understanding in this album. Through their music, they resonate with humanity's most primal emotions and mirror each other's interpretations. This album marks not only a new phase in their musical journey but also a profound reflection on the themes of war and peace.
The album's title, "Mirrors," carries deep symbolism. Mirrors reflect the diversity of music and symbolize the mutual understanding between musicians and the emotional connection between music and listeners. Huang and Huang's "Mirrors" invites listeners to explore the complex issues of war and peace and seek solace and inspiration in music.
Finding Solace and Inspiration in Music
Through performing works by three composers, Huang explores the deep connections between music, literature, history, and emotions. He hopes that this album will allow listeners to experience the beauty and power of music.
