Immerse yourself in the masterful cello performances of János Starker with this captivating album, released on May 18, 2018, under the SWR Classic label. Spanning a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, this collection showcases Starker's virtuosity through a selection of works by Hindemith, Prokofiev, and Rautavaara. The album features three distinct compositions, each offering a unique exploration of the cello's expressive range. Starker's interpretation of Hindemith's Cello Concerto is a testament to his technical prowess and musical sensitivity, while his rendition of Prokofiev's Sinfonia Concertante in E Minor, Op. 125, highlights his ability to convey both lyricism and intensity. The album concludes with Prokofiev's Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 41, a work that demands and receives Starker's full command of the instrument. This recording is a celebration of Starker's artistry, offering a profound and engaging listening experience for classical music enthusiasts.
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Cello Concerto: I. Mäßig schnellPaul Hindemith, János Starker, Radio Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, Andreas von Lukácsy
Cello Concerto: II. Ruhig bewegt - Sehr lebhaft - Im früheren langsamen ZeitmaßPaul Hindemith, János Starker, Radio Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, Andreas von Lukácsy
Cello Concerto: III. Marsch. LebhaftPaul Hindemith, János Starker, Radio Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, Andreas von Lukácsy
Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: I. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Ernest Bour
Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: II. Allegro giustoSergei Prokofiev, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Ernest Bour
Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: III. Andante con moto - Allegretto - Allegro marcato - Poco meno mossoSergei Prokofiev, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Ernest Bour
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 41: I. Allegro ma non troppo - Tranquillo - Un poco agitato - Meno mosso - Tranquillo - Un poco agitatoEinojuhani Rautavaara, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Herbert Blomstedt
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 41: II. LargoEinojuhani Rautavaara, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Herbert Blomstedt
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 41: III. Vivace - Cadenza - VivaceEinojuhani Rautavaara, János Starker, SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg, Herbert Blomstedt
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