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Jan Mracek

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Concertmaster of the Czech PhilharmonicJan Mlek Makes His Debut as a Soloist on the Supraphon Label!The Supraphon debut album by Jan Mlek, concertmaster of the Czech Philharmonic. Featuring a program that combines virtuosity, lyricism, and dynamism, this album boasts a formidable lineup with Gardiner conducting and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. The centerpiece of the program is Suks *Fantasy for Violin and Orchestra*. One of the masterpieces representing Czech violin repertoire, this work was composed at a turning point in Suks creative career as he moved toward his mature period. It is a masterpiece that brilliantly fuses a solo part demanding extremely high technical skill with rich orchestral colors and Suks distinctive melodic beauty. The members of the Czech Philharmonic, together with Gardiner, provide the perfect backdrop to highlight Mleks performance.In addition to the Su