Pau Casals

The Profile

Pau Casals (1876–1973) was a Catalan cellist, conductor and composer, celebrated for his recordings and interpretations of Bach's Cello Suites.

Recorded seminal interpretations of Bach's cello suites; extensive recording career spanning the 1920s–1950s.

The available review praises Casals' performance of Bach's cello suites, describing an intense emotional connection. The reviewer singles out the opening note and declares the music indispensable. The review references funerals and literary imagery to convey devotion.