Martha Algerichmischa Maisky Lucerne Symphony Orchestra Jarvi

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Martha Argerich, grand dame of the piano, joins forces with world-famous cellist, Mischa Maisky in this world premiere of composer Rodion Shchedrin’s much anticipated work “Romantic Offering.” Their performance is accompanied by the Lucerne Symphony Orchestra.

Review

I‚Äôve attempted to depict and highlight the most distinctive individual qualities of these two musicians ‚Ķ Romantic Offering should inspire new thoughts and experiences. Music isn‚Äôt only the product of experiment. It should move your soul and touch your heart. –Rodion Shchedrin

This is an incredible performance that received a huge ovation and for good reason. Composer Shchedrin was present and understandably in a great mood… Argerich and Maisky played a rich performance of Franck’s sonata originally for violin and piano. Neemi Jarvi conducted the fine Lucerne Orchestra with his usual expertise, opening with the Dvorak Scherzo Capriccioso and ending with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9. This was a brilliant concert – don’t miss it! –ClassicalCDReview.com, Robert Benson, September 2011