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15. Popper: Elfentanz. Ken Olsen, cello

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Uploaded by on Jul 8, 2008

On March 10, 2008, twenty Chicago cellists honored Janos Starker by performing the twenty pieces by David Popper which appeared on Mr. Starker's 1989 recording, Romantic Cello Music.

Mr. Starker attended and spoke at the event. His speech can be seen on the full-length DVD at www.chicagocellosociety.com.

Andrea Swan accompanied all 20 cellists.

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  • really enjoyed this, perfect speed. when people play it faster than this it sounds ugly, in most cases one can`t hear any note just pure noise. this version is great, well done Ken!!!!

  • 7 people are jealous.

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  • AMAZING, KEN!!!!!!!!

    Hope to year you soon!

  • Báječný výkon! Chci vidět více!

  • that's a real talent... impressed..

  • What absolute amateur would dislike this.

  • @symphonicrevolution thats why hes assistant principal in chicago

  • tough act to follow...awesome job ken

  • THIS GUY WENT TO THE SAME HIGHSCHOOL AS MEE!!!!!!

  • @ihrtmusic12334

    It's a nice performance... but you're talking about Popper's dance of the elves. It's a lot of fun to play, and however good you are you can always make it hard again by upping the tempo just. a. little. bit. more. The piece isn't really supposed to be precise, it's supposed to push even the best cellists to the brink of psychotic madness and glee.

    Hence the name.

  • Dang, Ken... could you make this look any easier?

  • An astoundingly fluid and neutral rendition. Ken and Andrea let the piece interpret itself, eschewing any vanity or pretense. Perfect performance for tribute to an esteemed colleague. In honesty, I do get an image of elvish cavalry on errantry from this, which is both unexpected and delightful, for that is also a kind of dance and a tribute to teaching/mentoring/partnering as well. You gave this piece hooves/wings, so thank you so much for sharing your vision with us. Tears of joy!

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