Cycle Cello, the soul of romanticism

Cellos beyond the Rhine

Chamber Music
© Konvalin
The nineteenth century’s enthusiasm for the cello is also evident in the transcriptions that were made at that time, as well as in the pieces that were composed for unusual ensembles. An opportunity to appreciate all the colours of this instrument, expertly played by the soloists of the Munich Radio Orchestra.

Dates

Tue 18 February 2025
19.30
Bayerischer Rundfunk Studio 1, Munich

Performers

Soloists of the Münchner Rundfunkorchester:
Francois Thirault, Alexandre Vay, Song-Ie Do, Wolfram Dierig and Rabia Aydin cellos

Programme

Frédéric CHOPIN
Préludes*
(transcription by Auguste Franchomme)

Jacques OFFENBACH
Cello Quartet

Fernand de LA TOMBELLE
Suite for three cellos

And other works
Production Münchner Rundfunkorchester
In collaboration with the Palazzetto Bru Zane
* Score published by the Palazzetto Bru Zane