Robert Schumann:
Cello Concerto in A minor, Op.129;
I. Nicht zu schnell (part 1/2) -

Pau Casals, cello;
Eugene Ormandy, Prades Festival Orchestra
(1953)

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It seems that Casals' recording of the Schumann Concerto has never been very popular, but to me this is simply an incredible and unique performance (at least if one likes this style of playing...)

[Btw, for those who know this recording only from the CD reissue, it may be interesting to note that they made two small cuts in the last movement...
see my comparison video:
   • Casals Schumann Concerto: Comparison ...   ]
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