The mercurial
partnership of Angela Hewitt and Daniel Müller-Schott brought
‘overwhelming intensity and emotional gravitas’ to a first disc of
Beethoven’s cello sonatas. Here in a second volume they present two more
of these ground-breaking masterpieces, together with the composer’s
homages to Mozart and Handel—works which are equally important additions
to the cello repertoire.
Hewitt’s characteristic digital
dexterity and deep understanding of the classical style and
Müller-Schott’s vibrant playing combine to create performances of great
energy and sensitivity that will delight their many fans.
In a
fascinating booklet note, Daniel Müller-Schott explores the evolution of
Beethoven’s works for cello from a musician’s perspective, describing
their revolutionary power and demonstrating the composer’s multifarious
imagination [‘Mannigfachphantastische’].
'Once again Müller-Schott and Hewitt deliver strong and committed
performances characterised by great attention to detail and wonderful
musical interaction. The three sets of variations are projected with
charm, elegance and virtuosity' (BBC Music Magazine)
'These performances are strongly characterised, clearly etched and full
of life and drama. The account of the D major Sonata's great, sombre
Adagio is powerfully eloquent … with Müller-Schott demonstrating a
breathtaking control of subtle changes in tone and dynamic level'
(Gramophone)
'Müller-Schott is certianly one of the finest cellists before the public
today, and this is his core native repertory. The performances have the
winning freshness of rediscovery' (The Sunday Times)
No hay comentarios:
Publicar un comentario