Erling B Bengtsson - Ternio Op53 B No2 Ternio Op53 B No3

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Review by Izmy Permata Hayati

Album Review: Ternio Op53 B No2 & Ternio Op53 B No3 by Erling B. Bengtsson Released in 1951 under the His Master's Voice label, this Danish classical gem from cellist Erling B. Bengtsson and pianist Herman D. Koppel offers a timeless listening experience. With its two-track simplicity, the album dives deep into the emotive world of chamber music, leaving an impression that lingers long after the final note fades. The first track, Ternio. Op.53 B (No.2), is a masterclass in restraint and expression. Bengtsson’s cello playing feels like a conversation—one moment tender, the next brimming with quiet urgency. The interplay between his bow and Koppel’s piano is nothing short of mesmerizing. There’s a raw honesty here; it doesn’t feel overly polished or forced, just two musicians fully immersed in their craft. It’s one of those pieces where you can almost picture the room they recorded in—wooden floors, soft light streaming through the windows, and an atmosphere thick with focus. This track sticks with you because it doesn’t try too hard—it simply breathes. Then there’s Ternio. Op.53 B (No.3), which takes things up a notch emotionally. If No.2 was a thoughtful dialogue, this one feels more like a heartfelt monologue. The cello carries a weighty sadness, but it’s not overwhelming—it’s the kind of melancholy that makes you want to sit still for a while and reflect. Koppel’s piano accompaniment adds subtle layers, never overshadowing but always complementing. What stays with me most is how these two tracks feel connected yet distinct, almost like chapters in a story. You don’t just listen to them—you live through them. What strikes me about this album is its understated brilliance. In today’s world of flashy productions and over-the-top arrangements, something as simple as Ternio Op53 B feels refreshingly real. Sure, it might not grab everyone right away, but give it time, and it’ll sneak up on you when you least expect it. And here’s the thing—while researching this review, I stumbled across an old photo of Bengtsson and Koppel. They looked so… ordinary. Not rockstar glamorous, just two guys who loved what they did. Maybe that’s why this music feels so genuine. Or maybe it’s just me romanticizing old black-and-white photos. Either way, hats off to them for creating something that still resonates nearly 75 years later.

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Artist: Erling B Bengtsson
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Ternio. Op.53 B (No.3)
Ternio. Op.53 B (No.2) Ath

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Catalog Numbers

D.A.20101

Labels

His Master's Voice

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM

Credits

RoleCredit
CelloErling B. Bengtsson
PianoHerman D. Koppel (tracks: Herm. D. Koppel)

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Rights Society: N.C.B.

About Erling B Bengtsson

Danish modern classical cellist Born: 8 March 1932, Copenhagen, Denmark Died: 6 June 2013, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Name Vars

  • Bengtsson
  • Bløndal Bengtsson
  • E. B. Bengtsson
  • Erling B. Bengtsson
  • Erling Blöndal Bengtsson

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 1951, Danish cellist Erling B. Bengtsson released a classical music album in Denmark under the label His Master's Voice. The album features two tracks, "Ternio Op.53 B No.2" and "Ternio Op.53 B No.3," with piano accompaniment by Herman D. Koppel. It’s a hidden gem from the classical world, blending cello and piano in a way that feels both timeless and intimate.