On the other side of the planet from the likes of Bartók and Kodály, composers were no less intrigued by the synthesis of nationalistic folk music with Western art music. Paving the way for a generation of composers in Argentina was Alberto Ginastera, from whom followed José Bragato, Osvaldo Golijov, Lalo Schifrin, and perhaps most recognized today, Astor Piazzolla. This Yarlung Records disc celebrates the extensive contributions these composers made to the cello repertoire. Cellist Antonio Lysy is joined by pianist Brian ...
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On the other side of the planet from the likes of Bartók and Kodály, composers were no less intrigued by the synthesis of nationalistic folk music with Western art music. Paving the way for a generation of composers in Argentina was Alberto Ginastera, from whom followed José Bragato, Osvaldo Golijov, Lalo Schifrin, and perhaps most recognized today, Astor Piazzolla. This Yarlung Records disc celebrates the extensive contributions these composers made to the cello repertoire. Cellist Antonio Lysy is joined by pianist Brian Pezzone, bassist Pablo Motta, and members of the Capitol Ensemble in this memorable survey they includes diverse works scored for cello solo, cello and piano, or cello and small ensemble. In all cases, Lysy's playing is exemplary. Not only does he toss off any technical difficulties with apparent ease, but also brings his heritage to the fore with brilliantly stylized interpretations filled with panache, passion, and Argentine flair. Despite the careful measures taken by Yarlung, and...
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