Merci
Yo-Yo Ma (cello), Kathryn Stott (piano)
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Presto Recordings of the Year, Finalists 2024
I find these musical conversations exhibit an exactness of dramatic effect and a way of making the cello and piano as visual as sound can ever be.
Merci
Yo-Yo Ma (cello), Kathryn Stott (piano)
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Awards:
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Presto Recordings of the Year, Finalists 2024
I find these musical conversations exhibit an exactness of dramatic effect and a way of making the cello and piano as visual as sound can ever be.
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Merci is a deeply personal expression of gratitude, a celebration of the powerful relationships that keep music alive. This effervescent recording is rooted in the compositions of Gabriel Fauré, whom Kathryn Stott calls her “musical soulmate,” and follows the arcs of his inspiration and influence, from the creations of his teacher Camille Saint-Saëns and his friend and supporter Pauline Viardot to works by his student Nadia Boulanger and her sister, Lili. Merci is testament to the gift of friendship, to the connections among performers, between students and teachers, and across generations that make music magic.
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Spotlight on this release
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Kathryn Stott - Five For The Road
22nd Oct 2024
Kathryn Stott is bringing her long performing career to an end this year, and releases her final recording with cellist Yo-Yo Ma on Sony Classical, this week. Matthew asked her to pick five highlights from her huge catalogue of recordings, and to offer a glimpse into what makes each so special to her.
Awards and reviews
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Presto Recordings of the YearFinalists 2024
December 2024
I find these musical conversations exhibit an exactness of dramatic effect and a way of making the cello and piano as visual as sound can ever be.
