Dive into the masterful world of Mstislav Rostropovich with this captivating collection of his finest performances. Released on Warner Classics in 2013, "Mstislaw Rostropowitsch: A Portrait" showcases the legendary cellist's extraordinary talent and versatility, spanning a rich repertoire from Bach to Brahms.
The album opens with Rostropovich's exquisite interpretation of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007, demonstrating his technical prowess and deep musical insight. The suite is followed by a selection of concertos and sonatas that highlight his collaborative genius with composers and conductors of his time. Notable pieces include Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1, Beethoven's 12 Variations on Mozart's "Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen," and Brahms' Double Concerto in A Minor, featuring a live recording from 1969.
Rostropovich's collaboration with Benjamin Britten is also featured, with a cadenza by Britten in Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1. The album further includes works by Dvořák, Schumann, and a live performance of Brahms' Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99, recorded in 1969.
With a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a testament to Rostropovich's enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the world of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: V. Menuet IJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: VI. Menuet IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: VII. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Mstislav Rostropovich
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. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. Allegro (Cadenza by Rostropovich)Joseph Haydn, Mstislav Rostropovich, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Beethoven: 12 Variations on Mozart's "Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen" for Cello and Piano in F Major, Op. 66Ludwig van Beethoven, Mstislav Rostropovich, Vasso Devetzi
Brahms: Double Concerto in A Minor, Op. 102: III. Vivace non troppo (Recorded 1969)Johannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Mstislav Rostropovich, The Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: IV. Allegro moltoJohannes Brahms, Mstislav Rostropovich, Alexander Dedyukhin
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: III. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Mstislav Rostropovich, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Russian State Symphony Orchestra
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