Matt Haimovitz - Saint-Saens: Cello Concerto / Lalo: Cello Concerto / Bruch: Kol Nidrei (LP)

Matt Haimovitz's 1989 album is a captivating journey through the world of classical cello concertos and a poignant adagio. The album features Haimovitz's masterful interpretations of Saint-Saëns' Cello Concerto in D minor, Lalo's Cello Concerto No. 1 in A minor, and Bruch's Kol Nidrei. Each piece showcases Haimovitz's technical prowess and deep emotional connection to the music. The album opens with the dramatic and powerful Prélude of Saint-Saëns' concerto, followed by the lyrical and introspective Intermezzo and the lively Andante. Lalo's concerto offers a contrast with its romantic and expressive Allegro non troppo, the playful Allegretto con moto, and the energetic Un peu moins vite. The album concludes with Bruch's Kol Nidrei, a deeply moving adagio that highlights Haimovitz's ability to convey profound emotion through his playing. Recorded with the Deutsche Grammophon label, this album is a testament to Haimovitz's artistry and his ability to bring these classic works to life.