Concord with viola (and without flute)

[Okon Fuoko]

Hello!

This may feel silly, but I still must ask it:

Charles Ives's 2nd piano sonata 'Concord, Mass. 1840-60' has optional parts for both the viola (1st mov.) and the flute (4th mov.) My question is: does anyone know a recording (preferably on cd) that uses the viola but NOT the flute?
As a serious collector I am interested in different kind of versions and that is the only instrumental combination (of the four possible) that has not come on my way yet...

I must add, that Ives really has a first sonata too, and what a fine work it is. You may get a feeling that the second is the only one...

O.F.

[eschiss1]

besides the 3-page sonata, you mean?

[Okon Fuoko]

That's just what I mean! Ives does have a large piano sonata No. 1 which is unjustifiedly neglected. For me also it was kind of a surprise to find out that this sonata existed, even though the numbering of Concord (No. 2) should have suggested it... Both of the sonatas Nos. 1-2 are of a totally another scope than the little 3-page sonata.


O.F.

[eschiss1]

Ok, now that is interesting... I wonder if the editorial work I see mentioned is Porter's? I used to read some of his posts to rec.music.classical "back in the day" (not so long ago). Ah, apparently not. Some information here of interest. Will look into and will seek out a recording. Thank you.