This album features an array of Alfred Schnittke’s chamber works, including his *Prelude in memoriam Dmitri Shostakovich*, *Moz-Art*, *Stille Musik*, *A Paganini*, *Madrigal in memoriam Oleg Kagan*, and his *Trio for Violin, Cello, and Piano*. These pieces reflect Schnittke’s unique blend of humor, homage, and homage to earlier musical forms, creating a tapestry of moods from somber reflection to lively parody. The performers, including violinist Oleh Krysa, cellist Torleif Thedéen, and pianist Tatiana Tchekina, bring a profound sensitivity to this exploration of Schnittke's polystylistic and emotionally complex works.