Alisa weilerstein elgar cello concerto excerpt youtube. These concerts also featuring dvoraks spirited symphony no. Weilerstein signed a contract with the venerable decca label last year and plans to record the elgar concerto with barenboim. If the end result will not remind you of the first or second symphonies, created at the peak of elgars powers, enough of. Oct 22, 2015 alisa weilerstein plays shostakovich at city halls. Alisa weilerstein plays the elgar cello concerto in e. A young cellist whose emotionally resonant performances of both traditional and contemporary music have earned her international recognition, weilerstein is a consummate performer, combining technical precision with impassioned musicianship. Sep 20, 2011 weilerstein signed a contract with the venerable decca label last year and plans to record the elgar concerto with barenboim. This course, 101, focuses on the core aspects of the editing processfrom prepping and organizing media, editing and trimming clips, and adding audio, titles, and effects, all the way.
American cellist alisa weilerstein, described by bbc music magazine as one of the most extraordinary soloists of her generation, follows her critically acclaimed decca debut recording of elgars cello concerto with a vital new interpretation of dvoraks cello concerto, coupled with some of his best known melodies. She made her debut at age with the cleveland orchestra playing tchaikovsky s variations. An exclusive recording artist for decca classics since 2010, weilerstein is the first cellist to be signed by the prestigious label in more than 30 years. Weilerstein avoids nostalgia in the elgar and produces instead an account that is full of passion, grief and. Get a behindthescenes look at a national symphony orchestra nso rehearsal featuring american cellist alisa weilerstein, performing edward. Click on the panels for a better view or to download artwork. Alisa weilerstein enriches the opening of peter oundjians. New customers who purchase media composer on or after august 24th, 2017 will receive this v8.
We index the freeto download classical mp3s on the internet. In repertoire choices, cellist alisa weilerstein prefers. Alisa weilerstein born april 14, 1982 is an american classical cellist. This is really an amazing story about elgar, she says eagerly. Joshua weilerstein conductor sensational start igor stravinsky inaugurated the era of musical neoclassicism with a sensational success. Staff author ashley kennedy begins with a fasttrack chapter that breaks down the entire editing process into eight stepsgreat as an overview for new editors, and a good crash course in media composer for. Paynes painstaking assembly of piano sketches mainly for the symphony, as well as other works in the vein, is dedicated and ingenious without smacking of a stunt. By stefan aune of fein violins alisa weilerstein is an internationally renowned cellist and a 2011 macarthur fellowship award winner.
Alisa weilerstein returns with shostakovichs cello masterworks. For her first album on the decca label, weilerstein recorded the elgar and elliott carter cello concertos with daniel barenboim and the staatskapelle berlin. Elgars concerto is haunted by the past, and so is the soloist, alisa weilerstein. Alisa weilerstein marks her decca classics debut with searing recordings of cello concertos by edward elgar and elliott carter. American cellist alisa weilerstein, who appears as soloist in samuel barbers cello concerto on dec. Listen to your favorite songs from works for cello and piano by alisa weilersteinvivian hornik weilerstein now. Alisa weilerstein talks about recording elgars cello concerto with.
The apps tab will provide a link to download and install the update when desired. Elgars concerto is brought together with a contemporary masterpiece alisa weilersteins homage to the doyen of american composers, centenarian elliott carter. Elgar was haunted by the war that had just ended when he began to compose. Joshua bell, awadagin pratt, and alisa weilerstein. Cellist alisa weilerstein among macarthur grant winners. Sep 28, 2017 alisa weilerstein in conversation with paul katz at the new england conservatory of music, boston, 2015. Alisa weilerstein elgar carter bruch 1 cd download buy now. Eric clapton unreleased live album 198687 april 3, 2015 1. Jul 28, 2014 alisa weilerstein displays an ecstasy that lifts performance into the realm of pure happiness says the new york times. Browse and buy all classical recordings featuring alisa weilerstein cello. Technical perfection offers alisa weilerstein the means to reach her ultimate goal of freeflowing, unfettered expression. It all started approximately three decades ago with a rice krispies box and a toothbrush. This page lists all recordings performed by alisa weilerstein. Sep 20, 2011 by stefan aune of fein violins alisa weilerstein is an internationally renowned cellist and a 2011 macarthur fellowship award winner.
Yes it should end quietly, but the i believe the thing that worried elgar about the conclusion and why he avoided questions on it was that it was to end with the same idea as in the slow movements conclusion which indeed was very daring. I do not feel drawn to write peace music somehow the whole atmosphere is too full of complexities. Adagio moderato alisa weilerstein and staatskapelle berlin youtube 3 hours chopin for studying, concentration, relaxation duration. In repertoire choices, cellist alisa weilerstein prefers variety. Alisa weilerstein displays an ecstasy that lifts performance into the realm of pure happiness says the new york times. Alisa weilerstein, cello philadelphia chamber music artists. Alisa weilerstein creates a poignant interpretation of elgars iconic concerto. Fans can brace themselves for a rush onslaught in 2015, though some might call it reinventing the wheel 14 albums from the groups mercury era will be reissued on highquality vinyl with a download card for digital audio version. His pulcinella continues to be uncommonly popular even today, primarily as a suite from the ballet of the same name which makes this virtuosic orchestral piece the perfect choice for this fascinating mdg. Alisa weilerstein elgar carter bruch 1 cd download.
American cellist alisa weilerstein, described by bbc music magazine as one of the most extraordinary soloists of her generation, follows her critically acclaimed decca debut recording of elgars. Alisa weilerstein in conversation with paul katz at the new england conservatory of music, boston, 2015. The star vehicle, naturally, is edward elgar s concerto in e minor, which weilerstein plays with commanding presence, rich tone, and emotional depth. Alisa weilerstein lays bare the cellos dusky entrails by sophia lambton, 09 march 2017 encased in the trunk of its habitual eeyorelike paradigm of unbearable misery, the cello is rarely subjected to full exploitation. Elgar wrote the first 17 bars in full score good start. Cellist alisa weilerstein talks about the aspen music festival, music for solo cello and more.
Alisa weilerstein s debut on decca with the elgar cello concerto conducted by daniel barenboim. Bbc sso 201516 season alisa weilerstein plays shostakovich. Weilerstein is a consummate performer, combining technical precision with impassioned musicianship, stated the macarthur foundation, when awarding her a 2011 macarthur genius fellowship. Alisa weilerstein plays elgar shows marcus center for.
Works for cello and piano by alisa weilersteinvivian hornik. Alisa weilerstein on what it means to be a classical musician. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. She was awarded the macarthur genius grant in 2011. Weilerstein tells a story about one of elgar s most famous themes, a portion of the concertos first movement. While the program was finely executed, it felt safe and predictable, a nostalgia trip to 18thcentury vienna, with a latterday homage to that era by tchaikovsky tossed in. Get a behindthescenes look at a national symphony orchestra nso rehearsal featuring american cellist alisa weilerstein, performing edward elgars cello concerto, as well as symphony no. So stated the macarthur foundation when awarding alisa. The other bonus on this cd is the recording of gaspar cassados suite for cello solo. The deeptoned beauty of her sound and sensitive phrasing honor the works mournful melodies. National symphony orchestra open rehearsal featuring alisa. Alisa weilerstein biography, albums, streaming links allmusic.
Alisa weilerstein plays elgar shows marcus center for the. Alisa weilerstein biography, albums, streaming links. Classical music insiders have called alisa weilerstein many things. Weilersteins interpretation is underpinned by her meeting rostropovich a close friend of the composer and the cellist for whom both works were written when she was 22, playing shostakovich for him and absorbing his advice and wisdom. Alisa weilerstein creates a poignant interpretation of elgar s iconic concerto. Most listeners will be drawn primarily to this performance because of the. The american cellist, born into a family of professional musicians in 1982, continues to develop one of todays most compelling duo partnerships with inon barnatan, a kindred spirit blessed with ceaseless curiosity and passionate commitment as a music maker. Dec 01, 2007 alisa weilerstein has yoyo mas seal of approval. Edward elgar concerto for cello and orchestra in e minor, op.
September 11, 2008 cellist alisa weilerstein was born into a musical family with a love for. Alisa weilerstein plays shostakovich at city halls. The americanborn cellist alisa weilerstein has attracted attention worldwide for her natural virtuosity, intensity of her playing and the spontaneity and sensitivity of her interpretations. Alisa weilerstein, cello nordic artists management. Alisa weilerstein is the first cellist for many years to play the elgar concerto with daniel barenboim, and his decision to record it with her is a major statement. Weilerstein s interpretation is underpinned by her meeting rostropovich a close friend of the composer and the cellist for whom both works were written when she was 22, playing shostakovich for him and absorbing his advice and wisdom. The work is of course wonderfully performed by alisa weilerstein and daniel barenboim with the staatskapelle berlin. This award, given each year to between 20 and 40 u. There will also be highresolution digital audio releases and three titles will be released on bluray pure audio. There are a number of roio releases purporting to be the unreleased live album and, to the best of my knowledge, most are based only on speculation as to what the track list of the. Europa konzert, alisa weilerstein performs elgar cello concerto. Her parents pianist vivian hornik weilerstein and donald weilerstein, founding first.
The star vehicle, naturally, is edward elgars concerto in e minor, which weilerstein plays with commanding presence, rich tone, and emotional depth. European concert from oxford with daniel barenboim and alisa. Her finely tuned dynamic sense serves her well, from a throaty, vibratoladen wail to plangent, vulnerable whispers in her upper range. Music profile for alisa weilerstein, born 14 april 1982. Avid media composer 8 essential training is a starttofinish, projectbased course designed to get you up to speed on every aspect of avid media composer. Introducing composed, the new classical music streaming service curated for you by classic fm, decca classics and deutsche grammophon. April 19, 2017 alisa weilerstein is an american classical cellist who began performing professionally at the age of. Alisa weilerstein elgar cello concerto conducted by daniel.
Apr 03, 2014 american cellist alisa weilerstein, described by bbc music magazine as one of the most extraordinary soloists of her generation, follows her critically acclaimed decca debut recording of elgar s. Eric clapton the unreleased live album 19861987 ec is heredj copy 3334 sb 6, 2cd. Alisa weilerstein and the new york philharmonic, conducted by joshua weilerstein, play the elgar concerto in e minor at bravo. In 2010, she was invited by daniel barenboim and the berlin philharmonic to play the elgar concerto in the orchestras annual europakonzert which that. Official facebook page for cellist alisa weilerstein. Making her debut on decca, alisa weilerstein presents three major works of the cello repertoire with daniel barenboim leading the staatskapelle berlin. Not only does weilerstein deliver on the work by sheng, she knocks the kodaly out of the park this is on equal footing with the perenyi recording on hungaroton, which i believe is the best available. September 11, 2008 cellist alisa weilerstein was born into a musical family with a love for chamber music.
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