Zara Nelsova - Grand Dame of the Cello (B&W)

I discovered Zara Nelsova through this DVD of collected performances. This is fantastic footage of this phenomenal cellist who is an inspiration for all musicians by her strong stage presence and innovative musical interpretation. the Kabalevsky concerto is my favorite on this compilation. I must say however, it did leave me wanting to know more about this musician and I was disappointed that this DVD was only a collection of performances and that there was no documentary that told her life story. If they ever re-issue this that should most definitely be added. None the less, This is a most enjoyable DVD for Classical music lovers.

Dvd plays well, but it is a copy from an original DVD, I was shocked to discover it wasn't an original but a copy. This is the first time something like this happens to me. I bought once Pierre Fournier dvd from vai too and it was an original copy. I feel dissapointed and cheated.

Zara Nelsova was a phenomenal performer. She plays with great passion,strength, disarming sweetness, and highly sensitive phrasing in the Romantic tradition. The Beethoven and Chopin sonatas become love duets for cello and piano. Needless to say,she is accompanied gloriously by John Newmark and Grant Johannesen ! Her unique,sensuous stage presence is captured on this DVD. A gift for those who admired her,and for those who do not yet know her.

Despite the 50's quality production, I really am glad I bought this DVD of cello gems.

This product was bought as a birthday present for someone who really appreciated and loved it. It arrived on time and in perfect condition.

Zara Nelsova ist eine phantastische Cellistin, die völlig zu Unrecht in Vergessenheit geraten ist. Die CD ist ein absoluter Geheimtip!