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Jean-Jacques and Alexandre Kantorow interpret Brahms Concert with the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
The father sets the tone, the son takes the solo. In Lausanne, two stars come together on stage who just happen to be from the same family. Jean-Jacques Kantorow, who conducts the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, opens the evening with Camille Saint-Saëns's Symphony n° 2. Alexandre Kantorow then joins him to perform Johannes Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 2.
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This recording captures a performance of Brahms' Violin Concerto and Piano Concerto No. 2, interpreted by renowned violinist Jean-Jacques Kantorow and pianist Alexandre Kantorow. Featuring the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, the concert showcases the intricate and passionate works of Johannes Brahms.
Critical Reception
This performance has been lauded for its masterful interpretation of Brahms' complex concertos. Critics have praised the synergistic performances of the Kantorow father-son duo, highlighting their deep understanding of the music and their ability to convey its emotional depth. The Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne provides a nuanced and dynamic accompaniment, solidifying the recording as a significant addition to the classical music repertoire.
What Reviewers Say
Exceptional virtuosity from both soloists.
A deeply felt and intellectually rigorous interpretation of Brahms.
The orchestral support is both sensitive and powerful.
Google audience: Audience reception for this recording has been overwhelmingly positive, with listeners frequently commending the virtuosic performances and the emotional resonance of the interpretations. Many reviewers expressed admiration for the chemistry between Jean-Jacques and Alexandre Kantorow, and the overall sonic quality of the recording.
Fun Fact
Alexandre Kantorow is the son of the conductor Jean-Jacques Kantorow, making this performance a special familial collaboration.
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