Mstislav Rostropovich: A Portrait
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BACH / HAYDN / BEETHOVEN / DVORAK / BRAHMS
Mstislav Rostropovich: A Portrait
Mstislav Rostropovich (cello)
[ Erato / Warner Classics Inspiration / CD ]
Release Date: Tuesday 10 February 2015
Mstislav Rostropovich was known for his masterly technique and his vivid and visionary interpretations. Numerous composers dedicated works to him. He received many awards for his services to music, and was a national hero for his energetic support of human rights in his native Russia.
"This is a quite extraordinary achievement. Not the least of its merits is that it leaves you loving the music as never before. The orchestra gives splendid support and the sound is warm and ingratiating." Gramophone on the Haydn
Tracks:
1-7. Bach - Suite for Solo Cello no. 1
8. Haydn - Cello Concerto no. 1: Moderato
9. Haydn - Cello Concerto no. 2: Rondo Allegro
10. Beethoven - 12 Variations
11. Brahms - Double Concerto op. 102
12. Brahms - Cello Sonata no. 2 op. 99
13. Dvorak - Cello Concerto op 104: Allegro
14. Schumann - Cello Concerto op. 129
