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Leonard Elschenbroich: Siècle [ CD / Album ]

Leonard Elschenbroich: Siècle

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  • Released Date: 09 Jun 2017

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

Leonard Elschenbroich, the suave virtuoso of the cello, has teamed up with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and pianist Alexei Grynyuk to bring us "Siclein," a collection of classical works that will leave you breathless. From the moment Elschenbroich's bow touches the strings, you know you're in for a wild ride. The intensity of his playing is matched only by the precision of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, creating a symbiotic relationship that can only be described as musical magic.

The album opens with Shostakovich's Cello Concerto No. 1, a piece that demands both technical prowess and emotional depth. Elschenbroich rises to the occasion, delivering a performance that is as haunting as it is exhilarating. Grynyuk's piano accompaniment adds another layer of complexity, weaving seamlessly with the orchestra to create a sound that is both lush and dynamic.

As the album progresses, Elschenbroich and company tackle works by Prokofiev, Britten, and Tchaikovsky with equal parts gusto and finesse. Each piece is a musical journey, with Elschenbroich guiding the listener through soaring melodies and heart-wrenching harmonies.

"Siclein" is a triumph of classical music, a testament to the skill and passion of its performers. Leonard Elschenbroich and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra have crafted an album that is as exhilarating as it is moving, a must-listen for any music lover. So grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let yourself be swept away by the beauty of "Siclein."

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. I. Enigme - Tres Libre Et Flexible
2. II. Regard - Extremement Calme
3. III. Houles - Large Et Ample
4. IV. Miroirs - Lent Et Extatique
5. V. Hymne - Allegro
6. Louange À L'Éternité De Jésus
7. I. Prologue - Lent, Sostenuto E Molto Risoluto
8. II. Sérénade - Modérément Animé
9. III. Final - Animé, Léger Et Nerveux
10. Vocalise-étude En Forme De Habanera
11. I. Allegro Non Troppo - Animato - Allegro Molto - Tempo I
12. II. Allegretto Con Moto - (Cadenza) - Tempo I - Un Peu Moins Vite
13. III. Molto Allegro

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