Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan - Dvorak Cello Concerto In B Minor Tchaikovsky Variations On A Rococo Theme

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Review by Judy Valone

Album Review: Dvorak Cello Concerto In B Minor / Tchaikovsky Variations On A Rococo Theme Let’s cut to the chase—this 1972 release from Deutsche Grammophon is a masterclass in making strings sound like they’re weeping poetry. Mstislav Rostropovich, with his cello wizardry, teams up with Herbert von Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker to deliver something that feels less like music and more like an emotional rollercoaster for your soul. And yeah, it’s as dramatic as it sounds. First off, let’s talk about Concerto In B Minor For Violoncello And Orchestra, Op. 104. Specifically, track two: “Adagio, Ma Non Troppo.” If you’ve ever wanted to feel like you’re sitting alone in a rainstorm while staring at old photos of someone who ghosted you years ago, this is your jam. The way Rostropovich pulls those melancholic notes out of his cello? It’s almost unfair how good he is. Every bow stroke feels deliberate, like he’s telling you a story without words. By the time the orchestra kicks in, you’ll either be reaching for tissues or questioning every life choice that led you here. Either way, it sticks with you. Then there’s Variations On A Rococo Theme For Violoncello And Orchestra, Op. 33. This one’s playful, elegant, and just plain fun. Imagine if Mozart and Tchaikovsky had a musical baby—it’d probably sound like this. The interplay between Rostropovich and the orchestra is so tight, it’s borderline telepathic. There’s this moment where the cello dances around the theme, teasing you with its cleverness, and all I could think was, “Wow, these guys are basically showing off.” But hey, when you’re this talented, why not? What makes this album unforgettable isn’t just the technical brilliance (though Günter Hermanns deserves a shoutout for engineering magic). It’s the raw emotion packed into each note. You can tell everyone involved cared deeply about what they were doing. Even the sleeve notes by Günter Kleinen have a kind of nerdy charm, like he really wants you to geek out over the details too. So, would I recommend this record? Absolutely. Whether you’re a classical newbie or a seasoned audiophile, this album has layers upon layers to unpack. Just don’t listen to it on a bad day unless you want to cry in your coffee. Final thought: Listening to Rostropovich play Dvorak feels like eavesdropping on a conversation between gods. Except instead of smiting people, they’re busy creating beauty. Weird flex, but okay. Rating: 9/10 – Because perfection is boring.

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TrackDurationPreview
Variations On A Rococo Theme For Violoncello And Orchestra, Op. 33
Concerto In B Minor For Violoncello And Orchestra, Op. 104
2. Adagio Ma Non Troppo
1. Allegro
2. Adagio, Ma Non Troppo
3. Finale Allegro Moderato

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139 044

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Credits

RoleCredit
CelloMstislav Rostropovich
ConductorHerbert von Karajan
EngineerGünter Hermanns
OrchestraBerliner Philharmoniker
Photography ByWerner Neumeister
ProducerOtto Gerdes
Sleeve NotesGünter Kleinen
Supervised ByHans Weber

Notes

  • This re-release distinguishable by: Front Sleeve Top Right where no Catalog number; Label variant in centre bar.
  • Made and Printed in England

About Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan

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Мстисла́в Леопо́льдович Ростропо́вич / Mstislav Leopol'dovič Rostropovič. Born: March 27, 1927, Baku, Azerbaijan. Died: April 27, 2007, Moscow, Russia. Russian cellist and conductor, married to the soprano . Widely considered to be one of the greatest cellists of the 20th century.

Real Name

    • Mstislav Leopoldovich Rostropovich

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Dvorak Cello Concerto In B Minor / Tchaikovsky Variations On A Rococo Theme* is a masterpiece that brings together three giants of classical music. Mstislav Rostropovich, one of the greatest cellists ever, teamed up with Herbert von Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker. It was released in 1972 on Deutsche Grammophon and recorded with such precision by engineer Günter Hermanns that it still sounds breathtaking today. Fun detail—Rostropovich played the cello so expressively that even Karajan, known for his perfectionism, reportedly called him "the king of cellists." This record isn’t just music; it’s a moment in time where talent, passion, and skill aligned perfectly.