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Live at Arena Zagreb

2Cellos · 2013

21 tracks

A dynamic blend of classical cello virtuosity and rock anthems, seamlessly bridging genres in a high-energy live performance.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Welcome to the Jungle — This track exemplifies the duo's ability to transform iconic rock into a sweeping orchestral experience, demonstrating technical prowess and creative reimagining.
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    Smooth Criminal — Their take on this classic pop hit highlights both the energy of rock and the emotive power of classical music, making it a standout in their repertoire.
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    Californication — This interpretation merges nostalgia with artistry, breathing new life into a beloved song while showcasing their unique cello arrangements.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends genres but lacks a cohesive narrative structure across its extensive tracklist.

What we noticed

  • Each track is performed with high energy, often incorporating improvisational sections that highlight the duo's technical skill on the cello.
  • The live setting allows for audience interaction, which influences the pacing and dynamics of the performance throughout the record.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Benedictus
  • 2 Elegie in C Minor, Op. 24
  • 3 Gabriel’s Oboe
  • 4 Oblivion
  • 5 Welcome to the Jungle
  • 6 Purple Haze
  • 7 Resistance
  • 8 Californication
  • 9 With or Without You
  • 10 Where the Streets Have No Name
  • 11 Viva La Vida
  • 12 Human Nature
  • 13 Smooth Criminal
  • 14 You Shook Me All Night Long
  • 15 Highway to Hell
  • 16 Back in Black
  • 17 When I Come Around
  • 18 Smells Like Teen Spirit
  • 19 Fields of Gold
  • 20 Hurt
  • 21 Live at Arena Zagreb: Behind the Scenes

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