Tabea Zimmermann: viola
REGER: Suite Op. 131d No. 1 for viola solo • Suite Op. 131d No. 2 for viola solo • Suite Op. 131d No. 3 for viola solo • BACH: Suite
BWV1007 for solo cello (transcription for viola) • Suite BWV1008 for solo cello (transcription for viola)
“Tabea Zimmermann is one of the greatest players of our time (on any instrument).” — The Observer
“In every single bar of the recording, Tabea Zimmermann convinces the listener with her polished and naturally-agravic interpretation.
Every phrase is filled with meaning and opens or closes a musical flow. Discipline and freedom, dancelike rhythm and improvisatory
gesture seem to balance themselves effortlessly.” — Bayern 4 Radio (Germany)
Cover Sticker: Gramophone Editor’s Choice! After more than 30 CDs released through EMI, Teldec, and Deutsche Grammophon,
Tabea Zimmermann’s huge musical range is clearly evident. This is her first solo album, and her debut for Myrios Classics. Interwoven
with three rarely heard suites by Max Reger, Zimmermann offers transcriptions of two Bach cello suites. Upcoming 2010 US tour
with the Arcanto Quartet.