Haydn / Shirvani / Orchestra Notturna Clandestina- Cello-Konzerte (CD)
"I imagined a 360 degree discovery voyage of the cello, with the intention of showcasing the full range of it's possibilities through a varied and contrasting repertoire. Beginning with great pillars of the cello repertoire like Haydn's C major concerto, which enhances the virtuoso possibilities of the cello with it's classical language, and Tchaikovsky's Rococo Variations displaying maximum romanticism, it passes by fiery early twentieth century Spain, and approaches the world of con-temporary music with "Childhood", composed byEnrico Melozzi. "Childhood", a work dedicated to me, explores in particular the entire range of timbres thecello has to offer, from the lowest octave to the most daringly high registers. I always think that the cello is the human voice of the performer and it is for this reason that the idea arose to include instrumental versions of works for voice. In Giovanni Sollima's reckless version for cello and orchestra of "Una voce poco fa" from The Barber of Seville I adore the irony Rossini uses in the role of Rosina. The melancholy of a Persian melody, a popular theme passed down orally by my Iranian grandfather, orchestrated by Enrico Melozzi, devours the cello with it's poignance and sensuality." (Leila Shirvani)
Tracklist:
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Moderato
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Adagio
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Allegro Molto
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Tema moderato semplice
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation I tempo del tema
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation II tempo del tema
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation III andante
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation IV andante grazioso
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation V allegro moderato
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation VI andante
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation VII allegro vivo
- Barbiere di Siviglia~Una Voce Poco Fa
- Never-Ending Childhood
- Ritual Fire Dance
- Armonie su un Tema Persiano
"I imagined a 360 degree discovery voyage of the cello, with the intention of showcasing the full range of it's possibilities through a varied and contrasting repertoire. Beginning with great pillars of the cello repertoire like Haydn's C major concerto, which enhances the virtuoso possibilities of the cello with it's classical language, and Tchaikovsky's Rococo Variations displaying maximum romanticism, it passes by fiery early twentieth century Spain, and approaches the world of con-temporary music with "Childhood", composed byEnrico Melozzi. "Childhood", a work dedicated to me, explores in particular the entire range of timbres thecello has to offer, from the lowest octave to the most daringly high registers. I always think that the cello is the human voice of the performer and it is for this reason that the idea arose to include instrumental versions of works for voice. In Giovanni Sollima's reckless version for cello and orchestra of "Una voce poco fa" from The Barber of Seville I adore the irony Rossini uses in the role of Rosina. The melancholy of a Persian melody, a popular theme passed down orally by my Iranian grandfather, orchestrated by Enrico Melozzi, devours the cello with it's poignance and sensuality." (Leila Shirvani)
Tracklist:
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Moderato
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Adagio
- Cello Concerto in C Major~Allegro Molto
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Tema moderato semplice
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation I tempo del tema
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation II tempo del tema
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation III andante
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation IV andante grazioso
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation V allegro moderato
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation VI andante
- Variations on a Rococo Theme Op. 33~Variation VII allegro vivo
- Barbiere di Siviglia~Una Voce Poco Fa
- Never-Ending Childhood
- Ritual Fire Dance
- Armonie su un Tema Persiano