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Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0827969091623 Label: Sony Manufacturer: Sony Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Sony Release Date: March 30, 2004 Studio: Sony Sales Rank: 3236 MPN: 90916
Amazon.com: The great Yo-Yo Ma has recently (in addition to his world music explorations) moved to the baroque cello, a so-called period instrument, and his transition has been remarkably smooth. He is indeed a musical polyglot, and this CD finds him solidly in the heart of the Baroque period, with music by Vivaldi. In addition to three concerti the composer wrote for cello, there are some fascinating transcriptions. The Largo violin solo from the "Winter" concerto of the Four Seasons is here beautifully played on cello, its darker tone added substituting gravity for chill in the wintry landscape. A concerto originally for viola d'amore, lute and strings has been transformed into one for cello, organ, strings and continuo, with Baroque expert Ton Koopman as transposer and organist (and sympathetic, energetic conductor throughout). And oddest of all, Koopman has created cello solos out of arias (one of which is helped by a perky bassoon) originally composed for female voice from a couple of operas, the oratorio Juditha Triumphans, and the familiar "Laudamus te" from the famous "Gloria." Leave it to these musicians to re-invent Vivaldi with respect and a clear ear for musical values--not to mention sheer entertainment and a forward propulsion which makes it all so invigorating. --Robert Levine
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Rating: - Clash of Civilizations Koopman Yo-Yo Ma
Look, this cd has its bright spots, but there is so much that just didn't work out with it. Firstly, the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra plays with its usual energy and authentic approach, but Yo Yo plays ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent Collection Performed Well
Yo-Yo Ma, performing Vivaldi on a period Cello with accompaniment from Ton Koopman, offers unique and engaging renditions of a number of Vivaldi pieces. The clarity and power of the overall sound on this ... Read More
Rating: - Beautiful
Yo-Yo Ma is one of the greatest cello players of all times and he's playing Vivaldi. Is there anything more to say? I think not :)
Rating: - Always a Treat!
I have purchased Simply Baroque, Simply Baroque II, and Vivaldi's Cello. I am so pleased - Yo-Yo Ma and Ton Koopman's Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra have created something truly magical. I keep listening to these ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent!
My husband and I thoroughly enjoy this CD. YO-YO MA is wonderful, the cello is amazing. Highly recommended.
- Clash of Civilizations Koopman Yo-Yo Ma
- Excellent Collection Performed Well
- Always a Treat!