Four Bach Sarabandes

Four Sarabandes by Bach, recorded May 31, 2021 at Portland State University.  The Sarabandes are the spiritual centerpieces of the Bach Cello Suites, and they are all profoundly beautiful creations.  The range of expression and contrast in character among the...
Hamilton/Brahms on the Radio

Hamilton/Brahms on the Radio

The Trio in B Major by Brahms is marked Opus 8, but it was edited and shortened by Brahms later in his life, which resulted in a vastly improved masterpiece.  The opening cello melody is one of the most gorgeous creations in all of music.  KQAC, allclassical.org, will...

Hamilton on the Radio

KQAC, also known as All Classical, is broadcasting two of my live concert recordings this month.  The first one aired today: Rachmaninoff Sonata in G minor, his last chamber music piece, with my dear friend Janet Guggenheim.  It is a tour de force for the piano, of...

Three Allemandes by Bach with Hamilton Cheifetz

The Allemandes from the Bach Cello Suites are engaging and astounding and reflect the character and key of the Suites in which they occur. They are the first of several pieces with dance titles which follow the Preludes to the Suites, and some are melodious and...