János Starker, a name synonymous with virtuosity and mastery in the world of classical music, presents "The Road to Cello Playing," a captivating album released on January 14, 2014, under the Parnassus label. This collection is a testament to Starker's extraordinary skill and his deep understanding of the cello, offering a comprehensive journey through some of the most challenging and rewarding pieces in the cello repertoire.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, the album is a rich tapestry of classical and chamber music, featuring a diverse array of compositions. From the intricate Etudes of various opuses to the sonorous Suite for Solo Cello, each track showcases Starker's technical prowess and artistic sensitivity. The album includes well-known pieces such as the Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3, and the Variations on "Liliburlero," as well as lesser-known but equally captivating works like the Caprice in B-Flat Major, Op. 1, No. 13.
Starker's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, with each note played with precision and passion. The album is not just a display of technical skill but also a deep exploration of the emotional and expressive capabilities of the cello. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Road to Cello Playing" offers a profound and enriching listening experience. It's a celebration of the cello and a tribute to the enduring legacy of János Starker.
Tracks
Etudes, Op. 70Sebastian Lee, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 70Sebastian Lee, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 70Sebastian Lee, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 70Sebastian Lee, János Starker
Etude in G Major, Op. 31, No. 12Karl Schroder, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 120Friedrich Dotzauer, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 120Friedrich Dotzauer, János Starker
113 Exercises for CelloFriedrich Dotzauer, János Starker
Etude No. 7 in G MinorJean-Louis Duport, János Starker
Etude No. 8 in D MajorJean-Louis Duport, János Starker
Etude No. 13 in E MinorJean-Louis Duport, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 25Alfredo Platti, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 25Alfredo Platti, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 25Alfredo Platti, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 25Alfredo Platti, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etudes, Op. 73David Popper, János Starker
Etude in D Major, Op. 38, No. 21Friedrich Grützmacher, János Starker
Caprice in B-Flat Major, Op. 1, No. 13Niccolò Paganini, János Starker
Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3Paul Hindemith, János Starker
Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3Paul Hindemith, János Starker
Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3Paul Hindemith, János Starker
Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3Paul Hindemith, János Starker
Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 25, No. 3Paul Hindemith, János Starker
Variations on "Liliburlero"Bernhard Helden, János Starker
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