Cello Concerto
for cello and chamber orchestra (1991) - 20 mins. Premiere: July 7, 1991 Wotersen, Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival 1991, Heinrich Schiff, Cello, Northern Sinfonia
solo cello plus 2.2.2.2/2.2/timp/str (86442)
Recording: NMC D086
‘Casken’s acerbic musical architecture is ideal for this ensemble; an ensemble whose smoothness of sound in the Mahlerian figures of Darting the Skiff is balanced by their precise articulation of Vaganzaand subdued sonority in Maharal Dreaming. With Schiff’s cool, mellifluous account of the Cello Concerto at its centre, this Casken retrospective is a must for any new music devotee.’
The Independent on Sunday
Commissioned by the Northern Sinfonia for the 1991 Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival with funds provided by the Arts Council of Great Britain
Published by Schott Music, Study Score ED 12394, performance material for hire
Audio clip: Cello Concerto (first movement)