Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano mastery with Cecile Ousset's forthcoming album, "La fille aux cheveux de lin," set to release on July 16, 2025, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection showcases Ousset's virtuosic prowess and deep emotional resonance, featuring timeless compositions from some of the most revered names in classical music.
The album opens with delicate and evocative pieces by Claude Debussy, including the ethereal "La fille aux cheveux de lin" and the haunting "La cathédrale engloutie." Ousset's nuanced interpretations bring Debussy's impressionistic landscapes to life, inviting listeners into a world of subtle colors and textures.
The program continues with works by Frédéric Chopin, Maurice Ravel, and Sergei Rachmaninov, each piece chosen for its depth and expressive power. Chopin's "Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23" is performed with a sense of dramatic intensity, while Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin" suite is rendered with clarity and elegance. Rachmaninov's "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini" is a tour de force, showcasing Ousset's technical brilliance and emotional depth.
The album also includes selections from Franz Liszt's "Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major" and Camille Saint-Saëns' "Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor," highlighting Ousset's ability to convey both grandeur and intimacy. Each note is imbued with a sense of purpose and passion, making this album a testament to Ousset's artistry.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes, "La fille aux cheveux de lin" is a comprehensive journey through the classical piano repertoire, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience. Cecile Ousset's masterful playing and thoughtful programming make this album a standout addition to any classical music collection.
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 8, La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Cecile Ousset
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 10, La cathédrale engloutieClaude Debussy, Cecile Ousset
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 6, Des pas sur la neigeClaude Debussy, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: II. ScherzoFrédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: IV. Finale. Presto non tantoFrédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Sonatine, M. 40: II. Mouvement de menuetMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Miroirs, M. 43: III. Une barque sur l'océanMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: II. FugueMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: III. ForlaneMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: IV. RigaudonMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle, Peter Walden
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction. Allegro vivace & Variation I. PrecedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Theme. L'istesso tempo & Variation II. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation III. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IV. Più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation V. Tempo precedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VI. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VII. Meno mosso, a tempo moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VIII. Tempo ISergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IX. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation X. Poco marcatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XI. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XII. Tempo di minuettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIII. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIV. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XV. Più vivo, scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVI. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVII. AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII. Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIX. A tempo vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XX. Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXI. Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXII. Un poco più vivo. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIII. L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIV. A tempo un poco meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 1Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 2Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 3Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 4Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 5Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 6Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 7Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 8Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 9Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 10Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 11Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23, Pt. 12Frédéric Chopin, Cecile Ousset
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: I. Allegro maestosoFranz Liszt, Sir Simon Rattle, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Allegro scherzandoCamille Saint-Saëns, Sir Simon Rattle, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Vinylscout