Kleinhapl, Friedrich / Philharmonisches Orchester Augsburg - Nino Rota (1911-1979) Cello Concertos No. 1+2

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Nino Rota (1911-1979)

Cello Concertos No. 1 & 2

Il Gattopardo (1962): Ballabili (Dances) - Suite per orchestra piccola

Friedrich Kleinhapl, cello

Philharmonisches Orchester Augsburg

Dirk Kaftan, direction

Due to his inspired soundtracks for film classics by Fellini, Visconti and Coppola, the remainder of

the substantial classical output of Nino Rota (1911-1979) has unfortunately been pushed out of

the limelight. For a start, ten operas, several ballets, three symphonies and almost a dozen

instrumental concertos are awaiting rediscovery. The composer as a convinced and convincing

eclectic was able to express himself confidently and inventively not only in the Neo-Romantic style

but also in the Neo-Classical tonal language which is slightly reminiscent of Stravinsky.

His two cello concertos composed in quick succession during the 1970s which are included on

this recording represent post-modern works par excellence, but also provide an effective and

rewarding showcase for the virtuosity of exceptional cellists such as Friedrich Kleinhapl.