Shostakovich / Britten: Cello Concertos
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DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH / BENJAMIN BRITTEN
Shostakovich / Britten: Cello Concertos
Johannes Moser (cello) / WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Pietari Inkinen
[ Hanssler / CD ]
Release Date: Sunday 25 October 2015
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The charismatic young virtuoso Johannes Moser performs two 20th century masterworks. Each new release from this artist has received critical acclaim and rave reviews. "…a most impressive achievement that can only enhance this gifted cellist's growing reputation." Gramophone (HAEN93257 Bax, Bridge, Britten Sonatas).
"[Moser is] a truthful guide, hitting timings very close to the composer's own, and keeps a judicious balance between discipline and feeling. In the long cadenza he typically finds time for thoughtful expression, not just a display of technical skills. The darker resonance that envelops this performance comes largely from the more mellow orchestral playing" (Gramophone)
"both these virile, confrontational works benefit from [Moser's] terrific energy and impetuous attack. He slices into the Shostakovich at speed...His ringing, acrobatic cadenza and urgent Allegro make this an exciting performance, the equal of any. The WDR Symphony Orchestra have two vital ingredients to bring to the Britten Cello Symphony: fabulous horns and lively timpani." (BBC Music)
"Moser's formidable technique surmounts every obstacle with apparent ease...but conductor Pietari Inkinen is seldom convincing...Moser's reading of the Shostakovich cello concerto is again tautly argued and concise, with classy orchestral support and an especially good solo horn player" (International Record Review)
Tracks:
Britten:
Symphony for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 68
Shostakovich:
Cello Concerto No. 1 in E flat major, Op. 107
