Episode 20: Steven Isserlis on consulting musical editions and manuscripts

Following publication of his new book The Bach Cello Suites: A Companion, cellist Steven Isserlis spoke to online editor Davina Shum about consulting various musical sources, from different editions to manuscripts. Steven also speaks about making bowing and fingering suggestions for the new Henle edition of the Dvořák cello concerto, and how musicians need to make an informed choice for their preferred interpretation. Check out thestrad.com for the latest news and articles on all things to do with string playing. Register and subscribe to access exclusive archival content from 2010 onwards. Student discount! Get 50% off an online subscription! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3eQ75AB  Find us on social media: Facebook.com/thestrad Twitter: @TheStradMag Instagram: @the_strad_   Sarabande from Cello Suite no.5 in C minor BWV1011 Steven Isserlis, cello Johann Sebastian Bach: The Cello Suites Hyperion CDA67541/2   Photo credit: Jean Baptiste Millot