Rudolf Barshai

Rudolf Barshai was a renowned Russian conductor and violist, best known for his interpretations of 20th-century orchestral and chamber music. Born in 1924, he gained recognition as a founding member of the Borodin Quartet and later became a prominent conductor. He worked closely with major composers like Dmitri Shostakovich, whose string quartets he arranged into orchestral chamber symphonies. Barshai also led the Moscow Chamber Orchestra and collaborated with orchestras around the world, earning acclaim for his precision and depth of musical insight. His legacy continues through his recordings, particularly of Shostakovich and Mahler, which are celebrated for their emotional intensity and clarity.

Genres

Chamber Music

Classical

Latest Release

Shostakovich: Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 65

Dmitri Shostakovich•

Rudolf Barshai•

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released September 29, 2024