One of the 20th century’s finest cellists, Mstislav Rostropovich was often featured in The Strad’s pages. This collection includes archive interviews with ‘Slava’, a full discography, and articles on his teaching methods, cello works he premiered, and his impact on the musical world. Plus, personal reminiscences from Yo-Yo Ma, Raphael Wallfisch, Steven Isserlis, David Geringas and Charles Beare among others.