A BEAUTIFUL OPENING OF THE MOZART FESTIVAL
...this Mozartian simplicity: the orchestra's solo clarinettist, Ferdinand
Steiner, interpreted the famous concerto. He 'sang' this Mozartian
simplicity, which is never naive, with great passion. In accordance with the
score, Steiner alternated velvet-like sweetness with a clear, flowing
transparency. He impressed with the finest of nuances within the wide
range of the bass clarinet. The soloist chose an unorthodox, modern
cadenza. Throwing himself into an improvisation of highest virtuosity, the
clarinettist called up images of jazz and modern music.
This small, timely adjustment surprised and enchanted the audience.
A triumph!
Le Courier de l'ouest, France
Steiner, interpreted the famous concerto. He 'sang' this Mozartian
simplicity, which is never naive, with great passion. In accordance with the
score, Steiner alternated velvet-like sweetness with a clear, flowing
transparency. He impressed with the finest of nuances within the wide
range of the bass clarinet. The soloist chose an unorthodox, modern
cadenza. Throwing himself into an improvisation of highest virtuosity, the
clarinettist called up images of jazz and modern music.
This small, timely adjustment surprised and enchanted the audience.
A triumph!
Le Courier de l'ouest, France
steiner - 8. Apr, 21:03