Rodion Konstantinowitsch Schtschedrin

Russian master composer Rodion Shchedrin (born 1932) wrote Chastushki (which translates to Ditties in English) as a piano solo version of his Orchestral Concerto No. 1 Naughty Limericks of 1963.

Shchedrin's (oEuvre spans nearly every musical genre, and it is hardly surprising that an output of such versatility contains some rather remarkable instrumental combinations, for example 'Music from...

'My oboe concerto was created in 2009 and consists of the three parts Elegy, Duets and Finale con Epilogue which are played without a break. In the solo part, I wanted to express all tonal and technic...

'My oboe concerto was created in 2009 and consists of the three parts Elegy, Duets and Finale con Epilogue which are played without a break. In the solo part, I wanted to express all tonal and technic...

This short study explores the entire dynamic range of the instrument. It is based on a Russian fairy-tale which can be recited (ad lib.) towards the end of the piece.

Strongly influenced by Russian Impressionism this concerto can also be performed with a small string ensemble. A recent recording by the young Russian virtuoso Maxim Vengerow with conductor Mstislav R...

Božena Nemtsova is one of the foremost Czech authors of the 19th century and among the greatest storytellers, with her treasure trove of fairy tales. Her stories also enjoy great popularity in Russia:...

Both movements explore the specific sonorities of the bass recorder. The first movement is predominantly lyrical, whereas the second is very rhythmic and dominated by percussive effects.

Ursprünglich für den International Cello Congress 2005, 1000 Cellists Concert, komponiert, kann das einsätzige Stück auch von Amateuren gespielt werden. Diesem Anspruch der leichteren Spielbarkeit und...