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| 1. Mummenschantz (Hornpipe) - Korngold | |||
| 2. Romance impromptu in E flat major, Op. posth. - Korngold | |||
| 3. The Sussex Mummers' Christmas Carol - Grainger | |||
| 4. Rondino - Sibelius | |||
| 5. Berceuse - Sibelius | |||
| 6. Larghetto Lamentoso - Godowsky | |||
| 7. Valse - Jongen | |||
| 8. Habanera, Op. 86 - Jongen | |||
| 9. Canto Negro (arr. Mats Lidstrom) - Montsalvatge | |||
| 10. Habanera (arr. Maurice Gendron) - Halfeter | |||
| 11. Prelude - Moeran | |||
| 12. Liebesleid (arr. Rachmaninov/Lidstrom) - Kreisler | |||
| 13. Poeme in F sharp major, Op. 32 No. 1 (arr. Mats Lidstrom) - Scriabin | |||
| 14. Romance in A minor - Scriabin | |||
| 15. Arabesque No. 1 - Martinu | |||
| 16. Pishnetto (Recital Etude No. 5) - Tortelier | |||
| 17. Andante - Hagg | |||
| 18. Albumblatt - Hagg | |||
| 19. Andantino, Op. 21 No. 2a - Berkeley | |||
| 20. The sea of flowers is rising higher (Elegy for solo cello) - Lidstrom | |||
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BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE PICK OF THE MONTH 'The music is so winning, and so intelligently chosen, that even hearts as hard as that of your average critic are won over ere long ... a wonderful disc' (Fanfare, USA) 'Plenty to enjoy here' (Gramophone) 'Unexpected pleasures' (BBC Music Magazine) Most of the pieces will be unfamiliar, but they are all absolutely beautiful, played with great enthusiasm --Classic FM Magazine
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Taking its title from the Scandinavian culinary terminology for a variety of delicacies, surely there has never been a more fascinating and evocative collection of short pieces recorded onto one disc? Personally chosen by the performers (with fascinating insights presented in Lidström's accompanying booklet, both historical and intimate), these musical jewels from around the world are firmly and deservedly ensconced in the hearts of these two engaging musicians, resulting in a magical discovery of pure indulgence for the privileged listener. One could not readily expect to find a more satisfying assembly of beautifully written and stunningly played works.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgia and energy,
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This review is from: Smörgasbord (Audio CD)
Lidstrom is an intrepid, original cellist; this album of "encores" testifies to his imaginative approach to the instrument and his mercurial sense of humour (very apparent to all who have worked with him). The opening Korngold hornpipe sets the tone for the lighter, faster pieces, all of which are dispatched with deft, virile energy - try Montsalvatge's Canto Negro and Rameau's Air Vif for contrasting examples of this, both beautifully arranged by Lidstrom himself. Many of the other tracks are nostalgic to the point of schmaltz (Percy Grainger's heart-warming Sussex Mummers' Christmas Carol, for instance), but played with such genuine feeling and insight that they won't fail to draw in the most cynical of listeners. Forsberg's playing is a model of chamber pianism, bringing verve and luscious colour to every score instead of simply "accompanying". This is not only an engaging set of short pieces, but a chance to hear an unusual approach to cello playing where character and rapport take precedence over everything else.
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3.0 out of 5 stars (1 customer review) 2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
A varied collection,
By G.D. - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Smörgasbord (Audio CD)
Lighter fare indeed, but take them all in one go and it won't sit well with you. Lidström and Forsberg play them all with the zest and elegance that behoove them - though with a certain lack of subtlety. Yet I am not entirely convinced; how much better, for instance, doesn't Fauré's Papillon sit as an interlude in a program of Fauré cello sonatas?There are some unknown gems in here (the Hägg or Stenhammar), juxtaposited with more familiar works (said Fauré, for instance - which is in fact one of the pieces that works least well i.e. where the lack of subtlety makes it a little four-square), but the transcriptions are consistently less appealing. Sound is a little dry, but perfectly fine. So, while this is a varied programme and a generally well-played one, I'll give it a cautious recommendation |
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