Vaclav Talich--Special Edition 5.

Vaclav Talich--Special Edition 5

Antonin Dvorak: Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in G Minor op. 33, Concerto for Cello and Orchestra no. 2, op. 104

Frantisek Maxian--piano, Mstislav Rostropovic--cello, The Czech Philhamonic, Vaclav Talich. Production: Jana Gonda, Petr Kadlec, Petr Vit. Text: Eng., Ger., French, Czech. Recorded: 1951(1-3), 1952 (4-6) Rudolfinum Prague. Published: 2005. TT: 78:03. ADD mono. 1 CD Supraphon SU 3825-2.

The grand masters of European music performing Antonin Dvorak. At the beginning of the fifties Vaclav Talich joined forces with the pianist Frantisek Maxian for performance of the Piano Concerto in G Minor op. 33. The piece is based on classicist foundations but is adorned with many romantic elements. Richly arched melody, expansive harmonies and above all a new perception of tectonic structure together constitute the most important musical phenomenon of the romantic epoch and are fully evident in this concerto. Frantisek Maxian, whose concept of the part was founded on enormous experience with romantic music, seeks to convey its full expressive power. In doing so he could rely on his extraordinary technical skill, which allowed him to give a cultivated performance full of emotion and genuine romantic resolve. The original recordings, published here as a re-edition, have the charm of unmediated musicianship. Retaining the human factor is often a positive factor for listeners.

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The most beautiful concerto played by the best performer. This ideal combination can be enjoyed as you listen to Antonin Dvorak's Cello Concero in B Minor played by Mstislav Rostropovich. The most celebrated cellist of his time provides an interpretation full of energy and, unsurprisingly, amazing sympathy and feeling. The cantilena of the solo instrument is supported by the whole orchestra, and what is more, Rostropovich's ability to convey to the audience the composer's own true vision and emotional reflections turn what is always a great work into a perfect work.

Vaclav Talich needs no further introduction. He was one of the most famous of Czech conductors, and in large part responsible for the great reputation of our musicians throughout the world. The Czech Philharmonic offers the soloists all the necessary support. The concertos were recorded by Supraphon in 1951 and 1952 and today it has published the rare recordings on CDs as well. The accompanying booklet offers details on the conductor and some other information, but nothing on the pieces and the performers--no doubt a printer's error is to blame for the missing pages.