Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of cello concertos with Mstislav Rostropovich, one of the most celebrated cellists of the 20th century. This comprehensive collection, released on Warner Classics, features Rostropovich's masterful interpretations of some of the most iconic cello concertos in the classical repertoire. Spanning over five hours, the album showcases his technical brilliance and profound musicality, making it a definitive exploration of the cello's expressive range.
The album opens with Dvořák's deeply moving Cello Concerto in B Minor, followed by Schumann's lyrical and introspective A Minor Concerto. Haydn's spirited C Major and D Major concertos, enhanced by cadenzas composed by Rostropovich and Britten, highlight the artist's virtuosic prowess. Saint-Saëns' dramatic A Minor Concerto adds a touch of French elegance to the collection.
Rostropovich's interpretations of Shostakovich's two cello concertos are particularly noteworthy, offering a poignant and powerful rendition of these modern masterpieces. The album also includes Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, featuring Rostropovich in a dynamic partnership with a violinist. Dutilleux's "Tout un monde lointain..." and Prokofiev's Sinfonia Concertante add contemporary depth, while Myaskovsky's C Minor Concerto and Vivaldi's D Minor Concerto provide historical context.
This album is a testament to Rostropovich's enduring legacy, capturing his unique ability to bring out the emotional depth and technical complexity of each piece. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers an unforgettable journey through the world of cello concertos.
Dvorák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Mstislav Rostropovich, Leonard Bernstein, Orchestre National De France
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. LangsamRobert Schumann, Mstislav Rostropovich, Leonard Bernstein, Orchestre National De France
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: III. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Mstislav Rostropovich, Leonard Bernstein, Orchestre National De France
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: I. Moderato (Cadenza by Britten)Joseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: II. Adagio (Cadenza by Britten)Joseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: III. Allegro moltoJoseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppo -Camille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, Carlo Maria Giulini, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con moto -Camille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, Carlo Maria Giulini, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, Carlo Maria Giulini, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: I. Allegro moderato (Cadenza by Rostropovich)Joseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: II. Adagio (Cadenza by Rostropovich)Joseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Mstislav Rostropovich, The Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Mstislav Rostropovich, The Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: III. Vivace non troppoJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Mstislav Rostropovich, The Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: I. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: II. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: III. CadenzaDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 107: IV. Finale. Allegro con motoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: I. LargoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: II. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: III. Allegretto - CadenzaDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, Yevgeny Svetlanov, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Dutilleux: Concerto pour violoncelle "Tout un monde lointain...": I. Énigme. Très libre et flexibleHenri Dutilleux, Mstislav Rostropovich, Serge Baudo, Orchestre de Paris
Dutilleux: Concerto pour violoncelle "Tout un monde lointain...": II. Regard. Extrêmement calmeHenri Dutilleux, Mstislav Rostropovich, Serge Baudo, Orchestre de Paris
Dutilleux: Concerto pour violoncelle "Tout un monde lointain...": III. Houles. Large et ampleHenri Dutilleux, Mstislav Rostropovich, Serge Baudo, Orchestre de Paris
Dutilleux: Concerto pour violoncelle "Tout un monde lointain...": IV. Miroirs. Lent et extatiqueHenri Dutilleux, Mstislav Rostropovich, Serge Baudo, Orchestre de Paris
Dutilleux: Concerto pour violoncelle "Tout un monde lointain...": V. Hymne. AllegroHenri Dutilleux, Mstislav Rostropovich, Serge Baudo, Orchestre de Paris
Prokofiev: Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: I. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Prokofiev: Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: II. Allegro giustoSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Prokofiev: Sinfonia concertante in E Minor, Op. 125: III. Andante con moto - Allegretto - Allegro marcatoSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Myaskovsky: Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 66: I. Lento ma non troppo - AndanteNikolai Myaskovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Myaskovsky: Cello Concerto in C Minor, Op. 66: II. Allegro vivace - Andante semplice e tranquillo - Lento come primaNikolai Myaskovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in D Minor, RV 406: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in D Minor, RV 406: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in D Minor, RV 406: III. MinuettoAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
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