Symphony for Cello and Orchestra - Benjamin Britten
Information about Symphony for Cello and Orchestra by Benjamin Britten, and the best recordings available on CD or for download.
Written for the great Russian cellist Mstislav Rostropovich.
The work was written in 1963.
RECOMMENDED RECORDINGS
Britten/Rostropovich (Decca 425 100-2)
The definitive recording, conducted by the composer.
English Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Benjamin Britten, 1964.
Soloists: Mstislav Rostropovich (Cello).
Decca 425 100-2
Coupled with Sinfonia da Requiem
Rattle/Mørk (Virgin Classics 545 356-2)
An excellent performance, with superb sound. Coupled with the Elgar Cello Concerto.
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle.
Soloists: Truls Mørk (Cello).
Virgin Classics 545 356-2