Adam Khatchatudian & Arab Khatchatourian – Violin and Cello Concertos (Audio CD)

Product Information

Catalog Details

• Product Title: Adam Khatchatudian & Arab Khatchatourian – Violin and Cello Concertos
• Catalog Number: C 623 041 A
• UPC: 4011790623122
• Product Type: Compact Disc – Stereo Digital (Live Recording)
• Genre: Classical Music – Concertos
• Language: English (with enclosed texts in German, English, and French)
• Format: Compact Disc (Stereo Digital)
• Total Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes
• Publication Date: 2004
• Publisher: ORFEO International Music GmbH, München
• Made in: Germany

Overview

"Adam Khatchatudian & Arab Khatchatourian – Violin and Cello Concertos" features two exceptional works by the celebrated composer Aram Khatchaturian (1903–1978). In this live recording, renowned artists Daniel Müller-Schott (cello) and Arabella Steinbacher (violin) deliver passionate and heartfelt interpretations of Khatchaturian’s concertos. Performed by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Sakari Oramo, this album captures the unique atmosphere and vibrant spirit of Khatchaturian’s music in a series of electrifying live performances.

Product Features

Format & Specifications

• Media: Compact Disc (Stereo Digital) – Live Recording
• Audio Quality: High-definition digital sound ensuring clarity and dynamic range
• Ensemble:
  • Cello Soloist: Daniel Müller-Schott
  • Violin Soloist: Arabella Steinbacher
  • Orchestra: City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
  • Conductor: Sakari Oramo
• Recording Venues:
  • Symphony Hall, Birmingham (tracks 1–3, recorded 14/15 August 2003)
  • Philharmonie am Gasteig, München (live recording, 7 April 2003)

Special Attributes

• Exceptional Interpretation:
  Both Daniel Müller-Schott and Arabella Steinbacher devote themselves wholeheartedly to interpreting Khatchaturian’s concertos, capturing every nuance of his distinctive musical language.
• Diverse Program:
  The CD comprises two concertos—a concerto for cello and orchestra and a concerto for violin and orchestra—each offering contrasting tempos and emotional landscapes.
• Live Performance Energy:
  The live recordings bring forth the spontaneous energy and dramatic expressiveness of the performances, providing a unique concert experience for the listener.

Interesting Facts

Performance Insights

• Artistic Excellence:
  The soloists, Müller-Schott and Steinbacher, are recognized for their technical mastery and emotional depth, making their interpretations of Khatchaturian’s works both moving and memorable.
• Dynamic Contrast:
  The cello concerto includes movements such as Allegro moderato, Andante sostenuto, and Allegro a battuta, while the violin concerto features sections marked Allegro con fermezza, Andante sostenuto, and Allegro vivace, highlighting the contrasting moods and technical challenges within each work.
• International Collaboration:
  This recording exemplifies the power of international collaboration, uniting top-tier musicians and orchestral talent from across Europe to bring Khatchaturian’s music to life.

Track Listing

Cello Concerto – (Approximate Total Duration: 32 minutes 12 seconds)

1. Allegro moderato – 14:57
2. Andante sostenuto – 7:43
3. Allegro a battuta – 9:32

Violin Concerto – (Approximate Total Duration: 37 minutes 58 seconds)

1. Allegro con fermezza – 15:40
2. Andante sostenuto – 12:03
3. Allegro vivace – 10:15

Total Running Time: Approximately 70 minutes

Publishers

Published by ORFEO International Music GmbH, München in 2004. This live recording is a testament to the exceptional performance standards of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra under Sakari Oramo.
Made in Germany.
Direction and production were managed with high artistic standards, ensuring a recording of both technical precision and emotional impact.

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