From Bach to Bachianas: Songs Without Words
Yehuda Hanani (cello), Eliot Fisk (guitar)
This recording is about song — a cornucopia of exquisite jewels from a multitude of cultures: Spanish, Italian, German, Brazilian, Cuban, Jewish, Russian, Romanian-Gypsy, and the American heartland. Like the miniaturized trees of bonsai, it is a universe in a nutshell, reduction to the very essentials. Arranged by cellist Yehuda Hanani and guitarist Eliot Fisk, the songs have a sense of adventure and rediscovery that accompanies such work and offer listeners a way to experience this music in new and wonderful ways. Both Hanani and Fisk are internationally known artists, performing worldwide across the globe. This entire recording is suffused with their deep friendship and shared artistic legacy.
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Ave Maria | J.S. Bach/Gounod | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Orientale | César Cui | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Sicilienne | Gabriel Fauré | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Andalucia | Ernesto Lecuona | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Czardas | Vittorio Monti | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Prayer | Ernest Bloch | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| An die Musik | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Wohin? | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Gretchen am Spinnrade | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Der Lindenbaum | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Das Fischermädchen | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Gute Nacht | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Der Musensohn | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Ständchen | Franz Schubert | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Mountain Songs | Robert Beaser | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Sonata in A Major | Luigi Boccherini | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
| Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 | Heitor Villa-Lobos | Yehuda Hanani, cello; Eliot Fisk, guitar |
Reviews
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"The thought of the cello as respresenting the human voice is brought out beautifully in these arrangements, made with taste and played with love."
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"By the time we reach the first Spanish-flavored selection in this generous cello-and-guitar duet program, anyone will be won over by how successful the combination is. In short, a superb CD Highly recommended for lovers of the cello, guitar, and songs in general."
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