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RECORDING OF THE MONTH


Sony Classical

Howard Blake’s Diversions for cello and orchestra
Robert Cohen, Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Howard Blake

" This disk must not be missed on any account"

"Robert Cohen ...
plays with tot al conviction, as if he’s been playing the work all his life, and it’s a thrilling performance, brilliantly accompanied by the Philharmonia."

"The performances are magnificent, the sound gloriously full and rich..."

"Beg, steal or borrow the money to buy this disk, for, once heard, you’ll not want to be without this marvellous music.
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To mark the 70th birthday of Howard Blake, Sony have re-released their recording of Blake’s piano concerto (Howard Blake- piano, Sir David Willcocks - conductor), his Toccata for orchestra and his Diversions for cello and orchestra with Robert Cohen.

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Presto click here
HMV click here
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Dvorak in the Strad

Dvorak Cello Concerto

Robert Cohen's written masterclass on the ‘ King of cello concertos’. Published in the September issue of the Strad magazine, Cohen explains his performing and studying principles and reveals his inspiring approach to interpreting and mastering this great cello concerto.

To read more click here


Supporting the 'Extreme Cello' challenge

Robert Cohen supports the Extreme Cellists in their challenge to climb the four tallest mountains in Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland all in one day! They will perform on their cellos when they reach the peaks, raising money for charity.

To read more click here



Charleston Manor Festival 2009

20th anniversary year dates will be:
19-21 June

Programme details to be confirmed

To visit the festival's website click here



‘Conversations’ to be released soon

A ground breaking series of podcasts entitled ‘Conversations’ in which Cohen will talk with leading figures in the arts, politics and business.



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