Johann Sebastian Bach - CHACONNE from Partita D-minor - Adam Kostecki violin & viola
GREAT RECORDING... Chapeau... - MAXIM VENGEROV.
00:02 Chaconne by J.S. Bach A.Kostecki violin and viola (rec.2023)
16:10 Chaconne by J.S. Bach A.Kostecki violin solo (rec.2023)
31:55 La Folia by A.Corelli A. Kostecki & C.Petermann violin &.guitar
38:55 Melody by Ch.W.Gluck A.Kostecki & Hannover Chamber Orchestra
42:20 Devills Trill by G.Tartini A.Kostecki & Hannover Chamber Orchestra
56:51 La Romanesca by F.Sor A.Kostecki & C.Petermann violin &.guitar
1:00:47 Chaconne by T.Vitali A.Kostecki & Hannover Chamber Orchestra
1:10:12 Prayer by G.F.Haendel/Flesz A.Kostecki & Hann.Chamber Orchestra
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Congratulation, Its a great recording! MAXIM VENGEROV
Very innovative in many ways, yet, you are not detaching yourself from music and from the source.I do not know which version I like better, the original version emphasises the polyphonic thinking, and the version with viola clarifies many doubts.I think it will have a full right to a further life in this form. Moreover, the whole is recorded with beautifully sound.CHAPEAU.I take my hat off to you! A big bravo and bravissimo again.
Maxim
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CHACONNE... A Splendid PERFORMANCE.
The author's recording of Bach's Chaconne makes a strong impression. It appears on the album in two versions - the original for solo violin and the one arranged by Kostecki, in which the violin is accompanied by the deep, warm voice of the viola (playing also by Kostecki). However, this is not what is extraordinary, but the splendid interpretation of Chaconne, full of drama, mournful tones with a noble and pure sound.
Anna Debowska Gazeta Wyborcza Warsaw.
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PHENOMENAL CHACONNE...
Homage to an outstanding violinist. Adam Kostecki invariably shows himself to be a sensitive, always inspired and technically outstanding performer.
Remy Franck Pizzicato
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Adam Kostecki’s captivating interpretation and arrangement of Bach’s Chaconne is extraordinary!
Performed as a DUO—with Mr. Kostecki playing both the violin and the viola—it offers listeners the opportunity to clearly experience the rich harmonic structure of this immortal composition.
Mr. Kostecki’s sensitive phrasing, clear articulation, and sincere emotional dedication will captivate listeners of this timeless composition.
Prof. Eduard. Schmieder
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The intensity and warmth of his phrasing, impeccable intonation, superb technique, and attention to tonal beauty—combined with innate musicality and a natural playing style—make listening to Adam Kostecki a source of joy and genuine pleasure, offering that musical experience we always need so much.
Adam Rozlach (Polish Radio)
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CHACONNE - VIBRANT and PASSIONATE interpretation of this Bach masterpiece,,
The disc also includes archiva and new recordings presenting two distinct approaches to Johann Sebastian Bach’s famous Chaconne: a traditional rendition for solo violin, and the artist’s own original arrangement, featuring an accompanying viola part that serves Lamentobass und Passus duriusculus as a harmonic foundation.
The central theme of the album is the phenomenon of Bach’s Chaconne—a timeless work that continues to invite fresh and new interpretation.
The recording transports the listener into the realm of a performance aesthetic that has fallen somewhat into oblivion, offering the opportunity to marvel at the timbre of a old Italian instrument, as well as at a mature yet vibrant and passionate interpretation of this Bach masterpiece.
DUX
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CHACONNE… His performance on violin alone is one of the better ones that I have heard.
He concentrates on clarity of voice leading and uses subtle agogic accents to good effect. He plays in the grand tradition of the great tonalists of the 20th Century, like Oistrakh... Best of all, he plays with absolute emotional commitment.
Kostecki’s beautiful tone and sensitive phrasing make this a very engaging performance with.
Amercian Record Guide