This thesis consists of program notes of my chamber and solo recitals.

The chamber recital includes two works coming from different periods. The first piece – Sonata for Two Violins, Op. 15a by Miklós Rózsa, consists of three movements. The music contains many distinct elements including a number of very powerful disharmony chords and syncopations and a melodic, romantic atmosphere. Another piece is Rimsky-Korsakov’s Piano Trio in C minor. According to the structure and performance duration, this belongs to a huge chamber work. In this music we can easily find some elements which are very operatic as well. For example, in the first movement, the opening of cello is like an aria; the last movement starts with a recitative of piano. This music is not only a wonderful piece but also a reflection of Rimsky-Korsakov’s own dramatic life.

The solo recital contains music by Mozart, Beethoven, and John Corigliano. The “Sonata for Piano and Violin K. 454” by Mozart has a slow and elegant introduction, then ends at a joyful movement. The second work - “Sonata for Piano and Violin, No. 8, Op. 30-3” by Beethoven starts with a series of fast notes. The opening feels like the sound when you open a bottle champagne and are going to celebrate, full of happiness and cheerfulness. Last but not least, I will present “The Red Violin Caprices” by John Corigliano. The music is based on the soundtracks of the movie. This is also the most challenging work of the entire program. It not only contains many difficult techniques but also includes the emotions and music coming from the healer of hearts.