Edgar Moreau, the rising star of the classical music world, presents "Play - Works for Cello and Piano," a captivating album released on March 3, 2014, under Warner Classics International. This exquisite collection of chamber music showcases Moreau's exceptional artistry and versatility, spanning a diverse range of compositions from renowned composers.
The album is a testament to Edgar Moreau's technical prowess and expressive depth, featuring a blend of well-loved pieces and lesser-known gems. From the fiery "Csárdás" by Monti to the hauntingly beautiful "Élégie" by Fauré, each track is a masterclass in cello and piano performance. The album also includes works by Elgar, Paganini, Glazunov, and Dvořák, among others, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and eras.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 12 minutes, "Play - Works for Cello and Piano" is a journey through the soulful and technical capabilities of the cello. Moreau's interpretations are both sensitive and dynamic, bringing a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to enchant and inspire.
Elgar: Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Version for Cello and Piano)Edward Elgar, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Paganini: Sonata a preghiera, MS 23 "Mosè Fantasia" (Version for Cello and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Glazunov: Chant du ménestrel, Op. 71Alexander Glazunov, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Rostropovitch: Humoresque, Op. 5Mstislav Rostropovich, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Fauré: Élégie, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Dvořák: From the Bohemian Forest, Op. 68, B. 182: No. 5, Silent WoodsAntonín Dvořák, Edgar Moreau
Poulenc: Les chemins de l'amour, FP 106 (Trancr. for Cello and Piano)Francis Poulenc, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Saint-Saëns: Mon coeur s'ouvre à ta voix from "Samson et Dalila"Camille Saint-Saëns, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Françaix: Mouvement perpétuelJean Françaix, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, Valse sentimentale (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Massenet: Élégie (Version for Cello and Piano)Jules Massenet, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Popper: Dance of the Elves, Op. 39David Popper, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Schubert: Ave Maria, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839 (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Franz Schubert, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 2: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Transcr. Kreisler & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Bloch: No. 1 Prayer from "Jewish Life"Ernest Bloch, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Chopin: Introduction and Polonaise Brillante in C Major, Op. 3Frédéric Chopin, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
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