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Bach - Cello Suites / Steven Isserlis [Box set]

~ Steven Isserlis (Cello), Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Catalan Traditional (Composer)
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  • Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach, Catalan Traditional
  • Audio CD (30 April 2007)
  • SPARS Code: DDD
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Box set
  • Label: Hyperion
  • ASIN: B000OQDV1U
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,887 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Disc: 1
1. Prelude (Suite #1 in G major)
2. Allemande
3. Courante
4. Sarabande
5. Menuet I - Menuet II
6. Gigue
7. Prelude (Suite # 2 in D minor)
8. Allemande
9. Courante
10. Sarabande
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Disc: 2
1. Prelude (Suite # 5 in C minor)
2. Allemande
3. Courante
4. Sarabande
5. Gavotte I - Gavotte II
6. Gigue
7. Prelude (Suite # 6 in D major)
8. Allemande
9. Courante
10. Sarabande
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A magnificent recording, 11 Mar 2008
By Sid Nuncius "Sid Nuncius" (London England) - See all my reviews
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I have loved the Bach Cello Suites ever since I was an almost talent-free teenage cellist getting on for 40 years ago, and in that time I have heard (and often bought) wonderful recordings by some of the world's very greatest cellists including Casals, Tortelier, Fournier and Yo-Yo Ma. Isserlis's recording stands with the very best of them. He is a magnificent musician and has thought and studied for years before tackling the Bach Suites. This shows in his delightful involvement in the music, the way the dances really dance when they should and how the very soul of the music and of Bach shines through what he does. Joy, sorrow, beauty and passion are all beautifully evoked, and it's all exactly appropriate - no flashy tricks or dodgy imposition of things which aren't really there. There is just a deep understanding and love of Bach's music. The whole thing is a monumental pleasure.

The accompanying notes are extremely interesting. They show both the depth of Isserlis's scholarship and his thoughtfulness about the Suites. I particularly like the section headed "A personal feeling (definitely not a theory!)" in which he suggests that the suites may be seen as akin to Mystery Sonatas - an interesting and thought-provoking viewpoint, which never interferes with the music itself.

The recording quality is excellent. It is miked very close, giving an intimate feel - so intimate that you can hear the slap of Isserlis's fingers in the livelier parts. I love the sense this gives of his being in the room with you, and the sound of his cello is simply lovely throughout.

In the face of the greatness of some of the recordings which have preceded this one, I couldn't say this was definitive, nor even that it was my absolute favourite. But then I couldn't say that of any of the others either. I do know that if I had to choose just one recording to live with, this would be a very strong contender. Very highly recommended indeed.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A magnificent achievement., 21 Dec 2007
By S. J. Williams "stevejw2" (Leeds, West Yorkshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This is a truly remarkable performance which has even eclipsed the revered Casals recording in my affections. There are aspects of it which catch the familiar listener off-guard, not least the extremely slow sarabandes which are clearly part of the interpretative license Isserlis takes. (There are, in fact, few markings in the score to indicate the speed, or so I believe, so ultimately I guess it is a question of how the individual listener is convinced, moved, or carried away by the approach.) I find the music making utterly involving. Over and over I find myself pausing in whatever I might be doing and completely taken over by the beauty of playing and the music, which is what good playing serves. This is not 'show off' music-making, but sublime. What a wonderful thing Isserlis has presented his father to celebrate his 90th year!
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21 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Ultimate Recording, 22 Jun 2007
By E. Phillips "Ruth Phillips" (france) - See all my reviews
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Steven Isserlis has waited a long time to record the Suites and it shows. This is the most sublime recording you will ever hear. It is how you would not only play it if you were a cellist but how you would hear it in your heart. It is simple, unpretentious and a companion throughout the rest of life. the music speaks for itself through him and this is the biggest compliment I can give. Buy it. It's a classic.
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2.0 out of 5 stars dire there are better
i played this cd yesterday and found it dire..the playing seemed laboured and unsmoothe and the clonking of the bow put me off.. Read more
Published 2 months ago by crocus wood

4.0 out of 5 stars Bach Cello Suites - Isserlis
Fine, flexible playing of wonderful music. However, the timbre of Isserlis' cello is rather thin for my ears. I have heard better
Published 9 months ago by Ms. D. M. Neale

5.0 out of 5 stars Steven Isserlis has re-invented Bach's Cello Suites
This is the finest recording of Bach's Cello Suites I have ever heard. Visceral, articulate, masterful phrasing, ornamentation and dynamics. Read more
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2.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic cello playing, but...
Well, actually I've been following Steven Isserlis from his beginnings; I like very much his recordings, beautiful sound, very musically, etc... Read more
Published on 20 Jun 2007 by Cello23

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational
Steven Isserlis has hit the spot with these inspirational performances! The brilliant cello playing and awe inspiring musicianship combine to form something rare. Read more
Published on 11 Jun 2007 by Mr. J. S. Stallick

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