Steven Isserlis: 'I want to be a voice in their heads'
'Music should be pure emotion, never showy.' For world-renowned cellist Steven Isserlis, playing the cello is about honesty, instinct, and generosity, not showmanship. In this intimate portrait, the acclaimed cellist reflects on his eccentric mentor, his deep connection to Dvořák's Cello Concerto, and why he loves teaching young musicians. Through it all, he offers a singular philosophy: the bow must dance, listen, respond, and above all, live.