Rostropovich Plays Dvořák
Star Soloists • 23-Sep-1999
Legendary cellist Mstislav Rostropovich performs Dvořák’s powerful Cello Concerto, written during the Czech composer’s time in New York City.
DVOŘÁK (1841–1904)
Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104 (1894–95)
1. Allegro
2. Adagio, ma non troppo
3. Finale: Allegro moderato
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