Mischa Maisky is a very popular cellist with dramatic appearance and great charisma. In other words, he creates a larger than life image with his music and personality. Most importantly, he delivers performances of great quality. He has recorded the Bach Cello Suites on two occasions.
Click here to read an interesting study comparing the two recordings.
Maisky’s first recording was on Deutsche Grammophon, and released in 1985.
Maisky’s second recording also on Deutsche Grammophon, was released in 1999.