Song Without Words, Op. 109

Mendelssohn: Song Without Words.
In this recital of known and unknown gems from the repertoire for aspiring cellists, Steven Isserlis and Stephen Hough make full use of their consummate musicianship in carving each of the 30 tracks into beautiful miniatures. Pieces that cello students have played - and their teachers (not to mention parents) have heard - over and over again stand out as fresh as if they were composed for this occasion.
With Steven Isserlis, cello and Stephen Hough, piano.
BBC Music Magazine double 3 stars, highest rating.