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Richard Blackford - The Recovery of Paradise (Alisa Weilerstein)

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Composer: Richard Blackford
  1. Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "The Recovery of Paradise": I. Devil Winds of Santa Ana
  2. Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "The Recovery of Paradise": II. Cry The Scorched Earth
  3. Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "The Recovery of Paradise": III. Rhyme and Rhythm of The Rain
  4. Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "The Recovery of Paradise": IV. The Recovery of Paradise

Alisa Weilerstein, cello
Czech Philharmonic Orchestra
Tomáš Netopil, conductor

Date: 2025
Label: PentaTone
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PENTATONE releases Richard Blackford’s new Cello Concerto, written for cellist Alisa Weilerstein and commissioned by the Czech Philharmonic under conductor Tomáš Netopil. Structured in four movements—Earth, Air, Water, and Fire—the work transforms natural forces into a powerful, personal musical narrative. Inspired by climate catastrophe, from raging California wildfires to the rebirth of communities from ashes, the concerto explores destruction, resilience, and hope. Weilerstein’s virtuosic playing, combined with the Czech Philharmonic’s evocative sound, captures the drama and urgency of this timely piece, offering a moving reflection on nature, humanity, and perseverance.

Richard Blackford (b. 1954) is a British composer whose studies included work with John Lambert at the Royal College of Music and Hans Werner Henze in Rome. Early honors include the Tagore Gold Medal, Ricordi Prize, and Mendelssohn Scholarship. He has served as Composer-in-Residence at Balliol College, Oxford, and with the Brno Philharmonic, with his music featured at major international festivals and the BBC Proms. Writing across opera, choral, orchestral, theatre, film, and ballet, he earned Emmy, Ivor Novello, and Sky Arts nominations, and awards including Die Goldene Deutschland and the Ivor Novello Choral Award. He collaborates with leading poets and serves as President of the Bournemouth Symphony Chorus.

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