- Audio CD (4 May 1998)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Red Seal
- ASIN: B0000064Y4
- Other Editions: MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 138,082 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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5 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you enjoy sinuous, sensuous chello music, then this is a must. Haydn's chello concertos are justly considered amongst the greatest achievements in their class. Warm but commanding playing by the soloist, Isserlis adds to intensity of the recording and although he likes to set a faster speed than most, the performance never seems rushed. Very highly recommended.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
A beautiful recording
14 Sep 2000
Format:Audio CD
In this recording of Haydn's two cello concertos, Steven Isserlis demonstrates his absolutely gorgeous tone combined with technical prowess and authentic style. Unlike most other recordings of the cello concertos, Isserlis performs with a small orchestra and takes a faster tempo, sticking close to all of Haydn's musical instructions. As always, Isserlis breezes beautifully through the treacherous technical passages, playing them as music to equal the famous singing lines. Every note is heard crystal clear. The divertimento reveals Isserlis's lesser known (but no less sophisticated) side as a chamber musician. The instruments blend perfectly, and the music is reminiscent of one of Haydn's great symphonies. If you're looking for a recording of the Haydn cello concertos, this is certainly one of the very best, with the added bonus of the divertimento.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
A Great Recording of Haydn's Cello Concerti
11 May 2002
Format:Audio CD
Steven Isserlis' performances of Haydn's cello concerti, as well as some of Haydn's other music, are absolutely splendid. His playing is replete with elegant lyricism and technique; without question, his interpretations of Haydn's scores are among the finest I have heard. Of special note is Isserlis' inspired performance of Haydn's Sinfonia Concertante. He is blessed with having Sir Roger Norrington and the Chamber Orchestra of Europe as excellent accompanists. The sound quality is superb.
Wrong Names!
20 Sep 2010
Format:Audio CD
Great music. However, beware if you are buying the mp3 separately from Amazon. The second and third movements of the Hadyn in C (Adagio and Allegro Molto) have their names switched. The one that says Adagio is actually Allegro Molto and vice versa. You can see this from the preview and its the same for when you buy it. The mp3 file you download have the wrong names.
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