Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Zara Nelsova with this comprehensive collection of her extraordinary cello performances. Spanning nearly five hours, this album is a testament to Nelsova's virtuosity and her deep connection with the cello. Recorded in 2015, this release brings together a diverse range of concertos, sonatas, and suites that showcase Nelsova's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
The album opens with Dvořák's Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104, a work that highlights Nelsova's expressive range and lyrical phrasing. It continues with Schumann's Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129, and Shostakovich's Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 136, each offering a unique exploration of the cello's expressive capabilities. Nelsova's interpretations are marked by their clarity, depth, and emotional resonance, making this album a captivating journey through the cello repertoire.
In addition to the concertos, the album features a selection of Bach's Cello Suites, performed with a sense of intimacy and reflection. These suites, along with sonatas by Beethoven, Brahms, and Mendelssohn, demonstrate Nelsova's versatility and her ability to bring out the unique character of each piece. The album also includes a performance of Schumann's Fantasiestücke, Op. 73, a work that showcases Nelsova's technical skill and musical imagination.
Throughout the album, Nelsova is accompanied by some of the world's finest orchestras and pianists, including the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin and pianist Gerald Moore. Their collaborative performances are marked by a sense of unity and shared musical vision, resulting in interpretations that are both powerful and nuanced.
This album is a celebration of Zara Nelsova's artistry and her enduring legacy as one of the great cellists of the 20th century. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Cello Concerto, Op. 104: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto, Op. 104: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto, Op. 104: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto, Op. 129: II. LangsamRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto, Op. 129: III. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 136: I. NonchalantDarius Milhaud, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 136: II. GraveDarius Milhaud, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 136: III. JoyeuxDarius Milhaud, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Georg Ludwig Jochum
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: V. Minuetto I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: V. Bourée I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: V. Gavotte I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Zara Nelsova
Cello Sonata in A Major, G.4: I. AdagioLuigi Boccherini, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata in A Major, G.4: II. AllegroLuigi Boccherini, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 5 No. 1: I. Adagio sostenuto - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 5 No. 1: II. Rondo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 5 No. 2: I. Adagio sostenuto e espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 5 No. 2: II. Allegro molto più tosto prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 5 No. 2: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 5, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Cello Sonata No. 5, Op. 102 No. 2: II. Adagio con molto sentimento d'affettoLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Cello Sonata No. 5, Op. 102 No. 2: III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: I. Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: II. Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: III. Rasch und mit FeuerRobert Schumann, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 99: I. Allegro vivaceJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 99: II. Adagio affetuosoJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 99: III. Allegro passionatoJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 99: IV. Allegro moltoJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Lothar Broddack
Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 38: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 38: II. Allegretto quasi MenuettoJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 38: III. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Zara Nelsova, Artur Balsam
Cello Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 49: I. AllegroDmitry Kabalevsky, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Cello Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 49: II. Largo, molto espressivoDmitry Kabalevsky, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Cello Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 49: III. AllegrettoDmitry Kabalevsky, Zara Nelsova, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
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