Viola Concertos By Martinu, Stamitz, Lukas
) | Label: ARCODIVA Catalog: UP0073 Format: CD Hosprova; Prague Chamber OrchestraComposed by: Martinu; Stamitz; Lukas The Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra by Bohuslav Martinu (1890-1959) is one of the foremost and ever popular works of the viola repertoire. It was written in spring 1952, commissioned by Cleveland Orchestra violist Jascha Weissi. The D major Concerto by Carl Stamitz (1745-1801) offers sparkle, wit and a notable “feel” for the instrument’s tone. Zdenek Lukás’ (1928 –2007) three movement Concerto for Viola and Orchestra is a work of marked inventiveness, letting the solo instrument shine in all its colors.  Price: $25.98 |