Solo Cello Recital Program I
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Johann Sebastian Bach – The Six Suites for Solo Cello, BWV 1007–1012
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Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Minuets I & II, Gigue -
Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Minuets I & II, Gigue -
Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Bourrées I & II, Gigue
Intermission
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Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Bourrées I & II, Gigue -
Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Gavottes I & II, Gigue -
Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Gavottes I & II, Gigue
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Solo Cello Recital Program II
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J.S. Bach: Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009
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Gaspar Casádo (Spain): Suite for Solo Cello
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Zoltán Kodály: Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 8
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Program Note
The Six Suites for Solo Cello by Johann Sebastian Bach represent a monumental achievement in the solo string repertoire. Composed in the early 18th century, these suites encompass a range of dance forms and musical expressions—from contemplative preludes to energetic gigues and the profound allemande of Suite No. 6. Nitzan Laster presents this complete cycle with a deep commitment to tradition and a fresh personal interpretation, inviting audiences on an intimate journey through one of classical music’s most beloved masterpieces.
Program Note
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This recital presents a compelling journey through Baroque elegance and 20th-century innovation. Johann Sebastian Bach’s Cello Suite No. 3 showcases the cello’s rich tonal palette and dance-inspired movements, epitomizing the timeless beauty of his solo repertoire. The program continues with Gaspar Casádo’s Suite for Solo Cello, a modern work that blends expressive lyricism with contemporary textures, reflecting his Spanish musical heritage. The recital culminates with Zoltán Kodály’s Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 8, a virtuosic and deeply emotional piece that expands the cello’s expressive and technical horizons. Together, these works highlight the evolving artistry of the solo cello across centuries.