Violist Maxim Rysanov’s next CD release will be a transcription of Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations on BIS in September. We took a chance to speak to him about his love for Tchaikovsky, and for Brahms, whose chamber music he has recorded for Onyx Classics; as well as his forthcoming highlights.

For more information, please visit Maxim’s website, or check out his profile on Facebook.

Part 1, Maxim discusses Tchaikovsky and his performances at the 2010 BBC Proms:

Part 2, Maxim on transcribing for the viola:

Part 3, Maxim on his forthcoming highlights: