Enjoyable sounds: Kian Soltani conquered with Schumann's cello concerto

Enjoyable sounds: Kian Soltani conquered with Schumann's cello concerto

Kian Soltani, an emerging cellist with impressive international appearances, presents his latest album, which focuses on Robert Schumann's cello concerto. The recording was taken in cooperation with the renowned Salzburg Camerata and its concert master Gregory AHSS. In addition to the main work, the cello concert op. 129, the album also contains its own transcriptions from Schumann's piano songs for cello and newly orchestrated works by the composer.

Soltani, born in 1992, grew up in a musical family, which shaped his passion for music. Already at the age of twelve he began training at the Basel Music Academy under the guidance of Ivan Monighetti, one of the most renowned music schools in Switzerland. During his career, he received support from important institutions such as the Anne-Sophie Mutter Foundation and the Kronberg Academy. He was also part of the West Eastern Divan Orchestra, which was co -founded by the famous pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim.

Unique connection between composition and emotion

In Schumann's cello concerto, Soltani sees a fascinating balance between strict compositional structures and the freedom of interpretation. This duality makes the work particularly appealing and customizable for various musical implementations. Kian Soltani emphasizes that he feels a deep connection to the genre of the art song that Schumann understood like no other. This knowledge gives the interpretations on the new album an additional dimension, which reflects both the depth of the compositions and the emotional depth of the artist.

His path to international fame is characterized by remarkable debuts: Soltani played with renowned orchestras and in famous concert houses, including the Berlin State Opera, the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, the Carnegie Hall in New York and the Royal Festival Hall and the Cadogan Hall in London. These appearances not only introduced him to recognition in the music world, but also contributed to bringing the cello game closer to a wider audience.

For all music lovers, Kian Soltani's new work is a remarkable way to rediscover classical music. The combination of its creative arrangements and cooperation with established musicians promises to present the works by Schumann in a fresh light. A program on NDR Culture à la Carte is planned on November 25, 2024 at 1:00 p.m., which will give a deeper insight into the background of his work and the philosophy behind his game.

The relevance of Soltanis New Publication lies not only in the musical brilliance, but also in his endeavor to reinterpret Schumann's works. Due to its unique perspectives and its technical skills, he brings a fresh wind to the classic music scene and shows that well -known works can also shine in new contexts. These approaches from the cello will undoubtedly appeal to both old and new generations of listeners and perhaps rekindle interest in classic compositions.

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