Dive into the extraordinary world of Mstislav Rostropovich with "Young Slava," a monumental collection that celebrates the legendary cellist's early career and his unparalleled contributions to classical music. Released in 2017 by JSC "Firma Melodiya," this expansive 66-track album spans over seven hours, offering a comprehensive journey through Rostropovich's virtuosity and artistic brilliance.
"Young Slava" showcases Rostropovich's mastery across a diverse range of compositions, from chamber music to orchestral works. The album features iconic pieces such as the String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1, the Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15, and the Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, among many others. Each track highlights Rostropovich's technical prowess and his deep emotional connection to the music.
This album is a testament to Rostropovich's collaborative spirit, featuring works that he commissioned and premiered, including 77 new cello concertos and numerous pieces for cello and piano. His collaborations with composers and fellow musicians resulted in a rich tapestry of performances that have left an indelible mark on the classical music landscape.
"Young Slava" is not just a collection of performances; it is a historical document that captures the essence of Rostropovich's early genius. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and enriching experience. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Rostropovich's artistry and discover why he is regarded as one of the greatest cellists of all time.
String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1: I. Adagio - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1: II. Adagio ma non tanto and cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1: III. Scherzo - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in G Major, Op. 9 No. 1: IV. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in C Minor, Op. 9 No. 3: I. Allegro con spiritoLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in C Minor, Op. 9 No. 3: II. Adagio con espressioneLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in C Minor, Op. 9 No. 3: III. Scherzo - Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
String Trio in C Minor, Op. 9 No. 3: IV. Finale - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15: I. Allegro molto moderatoGabriel Fauré, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15: II. Scherzo - Allegro vivoGabriel Fauré, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15: III. AdagioGabriel Fauré, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15: IV. Allegro moltoGabriel Fauré, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 63: I. Energico con passioneRobert Schumann, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 63: II. Allegro ma non troppoRobert Schumann, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 63: III. Adagio con sentimentoRobert Schumann, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 63: IV. Con fuocoRobert Schumann, Emil Gilels, Leonid Kogan, Mstislav Rostropovich
Pezzo capriccioso for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 62Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 33Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Khaikin, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104: II. Adagio, ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Khaikin, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Khaikin, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 43: I. AdagioMieczysław Weinberg, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 43: II. ModeratoMieczysław Weinberg, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 43: III. AllegroMieczysław Weinberg, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 43: IV. AllegroMieczysław Weinberg, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: I. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, David Oistrakh, Moscow Conservatory Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: II. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, David Oistrakh, Moscow Conservatory Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: III. CadenzaDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, David Oistrakh, Moscow Conservatory Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: IV. Allegro con motoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, David Oistrakh, Moscow Conservatory Symphony Orchestra
Concerto-Monologue for Cello, Brass Ensemble and TimpaniLev Knipper, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Improvisation for Cello and OrchestraVladimir Vlasov, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Cello Concerto: IV. Moderato non troppo - AllegrettoBoris Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Concertino for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 54: I. AllegrettoYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Concertino for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 54: II. AndanteYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Concertino for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 54: III. Moderato - VivoYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 66: I. Lento ma non troppo - AndanteNikolai Myaskovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 66: II. Allegro vivaceNikolai Myaskovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Concerto-Rhapsody for Cello and OrchestraAram Khachaturian, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5, W 389: I. ÁriaHeitor Villa-Lobos, Galina Vishnevskaya, Mstislav Rostropovich Cello Orchestra
Cello Concerto in D Minor: I. PréludeÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, Виктор Дубровский, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in D Minor: II. IntermezzoÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, Виктор Дубровский, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto in D Minor: III. IntroductionÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, Виктор Дубровский, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33Camille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, Виктор Дубровский, Государственный симфонический оркестр СССР
Adagio con variazioni for Cello and OrchestraOttorino Respighi, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Don Quixote, Op. 35: I. Introduktion. Mäßiges ZeitmaßRichard Strauss, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Simsky, Dmitri Shebalin, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Don Quixote, Op. 35: II. Thema. MäßigRichard Strauss, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Simsky, Dmitri Shebalin, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
Don Quixote, Op. 35: III. MaggioreRichard Strauss, Mstislav Rostropovich, Boris Simsky, Dmitri Shebalin, Kirill Kondrashin, Moscow Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
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