Antonio Janigro believed composers had given too little consideration to the cello, noting that by age 20 he had performed everything written for the instrument.
Interpretation
The Zagreb Soloists distinguish themselves from other chamber orchestras by their specific string sound, featuring three first violins, three second violins, three violas, two violoncellos, and a double bass.
Performer Biography
The Zagreb Soloists were founded on December 20, 1953, by a group of virtuoso string players from Zagreb under the direction of Radio Zagreb's music department.
Recording & Production
All performances on this album were taken from radio productions made between 1957 and 1966 for RIAS Berlin, recorded at the Siemensvilla in Berlin-Lankwitz.
Interpretation
The Zagreb Soloists' repertoire spans from late Renaissance to the mid-twentieth century, with a focus on late Baroque instrumental concertos and 20th-century works with a light, playful tone.
Performer Biography
Antonio Janigro, a renowned cellist, was instrumental in the formation of the Zagreb Soloists and served as their permanent conductor and occasional soloist until 1968.
Performer Biography
The Zagreb Soloists, a chamber orchestra from Croatia, were among the most successful chamber orchestras globally during the 1960s and 1970s.
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