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Mstislav Leopoldovich Rostropovich (27 March 1927 – 27 April 2007) was a Russian cellist and conductor. In addition to his interpretations and technique, he was well known for both inspiring and commissioning new works, which enlarged the cello repertoire more than any cellist before or since.
Apr 23, 2024 · Mstislav Rostropovich, Russian conductor, pianist, and one of the best-known cellists of the 20th century. He was admired for his keen musicianship, both in contemporary works and in the established concert repertoire. His exploitation of the tonal resources of the cello was considered exceptional.
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Apr 27, 2007 · April 27, 2007. Mstislav Rostropovich, the cellist and conductor who was renowned not only as one of the great instrumentalists of the 20th century but also as an outspoken champion of artistic...
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May 11, 2018 · Learn about the life and career of Mstislav Rostropovich, a renowned cellist, composer, and conductor who defied Soviet censorship and oppression. Explore his musical achievements, awards, and legacy in this comprehensive article.
Mstislav Rostropovich, the man who forever changed the cello - Classical Music. Mstislav Rostropovich: a guide to the great Russian cellist, who numbered both Britten and Shostakovich among his musical collaborators.
Learn about the life and achievements of Mstislav Rostropovich, the world's greatest living cellist and a human rights activist. He recorded the entire cello repertoire, collaborated with many composers, and conducted orchestras around the world.
Apr 27, 2007 · MOSCOW — Mstislav Rostropovich, the ebullient master cellist who fought for the rights of Soviet-era dissidents and later triumphantly played Bach suites below the crumbling Berlin Wall, has...
