The three cello concertos on this disc illustrate that fertile period in the second half of the 18th century when features of the Baroque were gradually replaced by the so-called galant style. Foremost amongst the composers inaugurating this change was Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach chose Concerto in A major is a perfect example of the passionate and dramatic range that marked him out as a pivotal figure of his time. Haydn’s Concerto in C major modulates between older and newer styles, whereas his Concerto in D major is a Classical masterpiece, and a worthy companion to his greatest symphonies. For this recording Brantelid plays on an Emil Hjort, Copenhagen 1887 with gut strings.
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The Strad Recommends
“… Andreas Brantelid has masterfully absorbed the subtle differences in language between these three works and delivers very eloquent renditions throughout. Everything is projected with good taste working in tandem with flawless virtuosity. It’s an impressive team offering idiomatic phrasing from Concerto Copenhagen and fine continuo realisations from Lars Ulrik Mortensen … Brantelid’s cadenzas are inventive and stylish, never outstaying their welcome. I strongly recommend this CD.”
Joann Talbot – The Strad – October 2021
Performance **** Recording ****
“… The 15-player period ensemble Concerto Copenhagen, directed from the harpsichord by Lars Ulrik Mortensen, accompanies stylishly; and if the soloist is placed rather far forward in the spacious recording, who could complain with playing like this?”
Bayan Northcott – BBC Music magazine – November 2021
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