Product description CASALS PABLO .co.uk Talk about legendary! Pablo Casals's "discovery" of this music was not only one of the factors that catapulted him to fame as the world's finest cellist, it had a dramatic effect on the rediscovery of Bach as a composer. Until Casals proved otherwise, few believed that these unaccompanied solos could actually be performed as written; many composers and editors tried their hand at adding piano or harpsichord accompaniments, with ludicrous results to modern ears. By proving that Bach meant what he wrote, and by playing the music with such conviction and assurance, Casals really might be said to have ignited the process that led to the "authentic instrument" movement of today, the fundamental principle of which is respect for the composer's original text. Of course, it's another sign of his greatness that these performances have held their own against all-comers since the 1930s. If you like Bach, the cello, or both, you must hear them. --David Hurwitz
J**J
Stellar readings of the Bach cello suites
Excellent readings of the Bach cello suites in realistic sound. Zooms to the top of the pile for me.
D**M
intense and emotive
For its age and the methods of recording, a bit of a wonder. Marred only by the sound of scratching on the original record on one part. Very intense rendition of the cello suites though.
L**2
the best version of suites for sollo cello
Cello is my favourite instrument and I especially like this wonderful piece by Bach.I am not an expert or a musician but, after listening to seven or eight different versions ofthe "Suites for Solo Cello", I think this one is the best in terms of quality of sound and beautyof performance. I still need to check a new Pablo Casals cd recently released by ZYX.Artists such as Torleif Thedeen are genuine artists whose contribution to music is more importantthan the contribution of more celebrated cellists who are more in the limelight just because they are media savvy.
N**G
One of the classics
This is simply one of the great recordings. If you are at all about this music, you'll be transported. Never mind the limitations of the sound, or the technical imperfections - no-one ever got closer to the truth in this than Casals.Wonderful!
A**R
Very good
The CD has been received，very satisfed
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