On the Shoulders of Giants Claudio Bohórquez & Christoph Eschenbach

• Franz Schubert (1797 - 1828): Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821:
• 1 Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: I. Allegro moderato 11:40
• 2 Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: II. Adagio 04:52
• 3 Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: III. Allegretto 09:05
• Robert Schumann (1810 - 1856): Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70:
• 4 Schumann: Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70: I. Langsam, mit innigem Ausdruck 04:10
• 5 Schumann: Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70: II. Rasch und feurig 04:46
• Anton Webern (1883 - 1945): Two Pieces for Cello and Piano (1899):
• 6 Webern: Two Pieces for Cello and Piano (1899): I. Langsam  03:13
• 7 Webern: Two Pieces for Cello and Piano (1899): II. Langsam 02:17
• Olivier Messiaen (1908 - 1992): Quatuor pour la fin du temps:
• 8 Messiaen: Quatuor pour la fin du temps: V. Louange à l​'​É​ternité de J​é​sus 07:37
• Total Runtime 47:40

Info for On the Shoulders of Giants

On the Shoulders of Giants" is the latest album from the renowned cellist Claudio Bohórquez., with works ranging from Schumann to Webern, from Schubert to Messiaen, this album is a journey on the shoulders of musical giants, both in the compositions and in the interpretations. Accompanied by the legendary conductor and pianist Christoph Eschenbach, Bohórquez delivers an extraordinary performance that is a treat for the ears and soul. With his exceptional skill and technique, he explores the depths of the cello's sound, bringing out the unique beauty and emotion of each piece. The album features Schumann's Adagio & Allegro op. 70, a powerful and expressive work that showcases Bohórquez's impeccable bowing and phrasing. The 2 Pieces for Cello and Piano by A. v. Webern are a masterclass in modernist composition, with Bohórquez and Eschenbach expertly navigating the intricate and complex melodies. Schubert's Sonata (Arpeggione) is a true gem of the cello repertoire. Finally, O. Messiaen's Louange à l'Éternité de Jésus is a beautiful and moving work that showcases the cello's ability to convey deep spiritual emotions.

Claudio Bohorquez, cello
Christoph Eschenbach, piano

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