IS YO-YO STRINGING US ALONG?
After being assaulted by these so-called "premiere" recordings by American modernists, I was perplexed, stunned, then livid. I would hardly consider myself inclined towards late twentieth century music; but be that as it may, I do have a fairly open mind. Unfortunately, the caustic bombast that profusely blasts from this SONY "vanity disc" simply appalled me. Could music this abyssmal actually gain public forum with Ma, Zinman and the Philadelphia Orchestra taking the reins? At its very best, the Danielpour Concerto for Cello is an absolute musical monstrosity--- abrasive and an insult to one's intelligence and sensibilities. Kirchner's tedious Music for Cello and Orchestra is a hectoring compilation of notes; and the Rouse Violoncello Concerto--- abominable and confrontational. I find the lack of insight, imagination and humanity pixilating.[Running time 79:13]