Experience the legendary virtuosity of Mstislav Rostropovich in "The 1967 Carnegie Hall Marathon," a monumental collection of his performances spanning nearly eight hours. This extraordinary album captures the essence of Rostropovich's unparalleled artistry, featuring a diverse repertoire of cello concertos, variations, and suites that showcase his technical brilliance and profound musicality. From the hauntingly beautiful "Cello Concerto in E Minor" by Elgar to the lively "Cello Concerto in G Major" by Vivaldi, each piece is a testament to Rostropovich's mastery of the cello. Recorded during his historic eight-concert series at Carnegie Hall in 1967, this album offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless elegance and passion of one of the 20th century's most celebrated musicians. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence that will leave you spellbound.
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Tracks
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: I. LargoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: II. Scherzo: AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 126: III. Finale: AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
VariationsWalter Piston, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Partita for Cello and Chamber EnsembleBoris Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Pezzo capriccioso in B Minor, Op. 62Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184Richard Strauss, Glynne Adams, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Adagio con variazioni, P. 133Ottorino Respighi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Concerto for Violin & Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Itzhak Perlman, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Concerto for Violin & Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Itzhak Perlman, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Concerto for Violin & Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: III. Vivace ma non troppoJohannes Brahms, Itzhak Perlman, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Major, RV 413: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Major, RV 413: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Major, RV 413: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in C Major, RV 398: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in C Major, RV 398: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in C Major, RV 398: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Minor, RV 417: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Minor, RV 417: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in G Minor, RV 417: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in A Major: I. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in A Major: II. LarghettoGiuseppe Tartini, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in A Major: III. Allegro assaiGiuseppe Tartini, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Suite for Cello & Chamber Orchestra: I. Introduction - ToccataYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Suite for Cello & Chamber Orchestra: II. PastoralYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Suite for Cello & Chamber Orchestra: III. IntermezzoYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Suite for Cello & Chamber Orchestra: IV. ScherzoYuri Levitin, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in D Minor: I. Prelude: Lento - Allegro maestoso - Tempo IÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in D Minor: II. Intermezzo: Andantino con moto - Allegro presto - Andantino (Tempo I) - Allegro prestoÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto in D Minor: III. Introduction: Andante - Allegro vivaceÉdouard Lalo, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto: I. PrologueLukas Foss, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto: II. LentoLukas Foss, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto: III. Doppio piu prestoLukas Foss, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto: IV. Sarabande by BachLukas Foss, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra
SchelomoErnest Bloch, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concertino in G Minor, Op. 132: I. Andante mossoSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concertino in G Minor, Op. 132: II. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concertino in G Minor, Op. 132: III. AllegrettoSergei Prokofiev, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto, H. 72: I. AndanteArthur Honegger, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto, H. 72: II. LentoArthur Honegger, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto, H. 72: III. Allegro marcatoArthur Honegger, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 16: I. Prelude: AndanteTikhon Khrennikov, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 16: II. Aria: Andante espressivoTikhon Khrennikov, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 16: III. Sonata: Allegro con fuocoTikhon Khrennikov, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Variations on a Rococo Theme in A Major, Op. 33Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Cello Concerto: I. Massig schnellPaul Hindemith, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Mstislav Rostropovich, a titan of the classical music world, was a Russian cellist and conductor whose virtuosity and passion left an indelible mark on the musical landscape. Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, and trained at the prestigious Moscow Conservatoire, Rostropovich was not just a master of his instrument but also a beacon of inspiration for composers worldwide. He commissioned and premiered over 100 works, significantly expanding the cello repertoire and forging enduring artistic partnerships with giants like Dmitri Shostakovich, Sergei Prokofiev, and Benjamin Britten. Beyond his musical prowess, Rostropovich was a staunch advocate for human rights, using his platform to champion causes close to his heart. His teaching philosophy, which he imparted at the Moscow Conservatoire, was as much about life as it was about music, making him a mentor to countless aspiring musicians. Rostropovich's legacy as one of the finest cellists of the late 20th century continues to inspire and influence generations of musicians and music lovers alike.
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