The program of this interpretive report is Antonín Dvořák's (1841-1904) "Concerto for Violoncello and Orchestra in B Minor, Op. 104." This composition, also known as the B Minor Cello Concerto, composed in 1894. Dvořák, a composer dedicated to the central idea of nationalism, imbued each of his works with a strong Bohemian musical style. Regardless of the arrangement and instrumentation, Dvořák skillfully employed writing techniques and infused intense personal emotions into each piece.
This interpretive report will delve into the composer's life and creative background to analyze this concerto. Through a discussion of the musical analysis, it will conclude with a comprehensive examination of performance techniques and interpretation.