Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Jacqueline du Pré's masterful cello performances with "Le cygne / The Swan" - Sicilienne, Élégie & Other Cello Favourites. Released on March 24, 2025, under Warner Classics, this album is a celebration of some of the most beloved cello pieces in classical music. Spanning a rich 1 hour and 47 minutes, the collection showcases du Pré's unparalleled artistry and deep emotional connection to the music.
The album opens with the ethereal beauty of Saint-Saëns' "Le cygne" (The Swan) from "Le carnaval des animaux," followed by the graceful "Sicilienne" by Von Paradis. Du Pré's rendition of Elgar's Cello Concerto in E Minor is a highlight, demonstrating her technical prowess and expressive depth. The album also features Beethoven's 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44, and 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a, showcasing her ability to bring out the nuanced beauty in each variation.
Dvořák's "Silent Woods" and Tchaikovsky's Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50, are also included, offering a diverse range of styles and moods. The album concludes with Saint-Saëns' Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33, a piece that encapsulates du Pré's virtuosic skill and profound musicality.
"Le cygne / The Swan" - Sicilienne, Élégie & Other Cello Favourites is not just a collection of pieces but a testament to Jacqueline du Pré's enduring legacy as one of the greatest cellists of all time. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to her work, this album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the richness and depth of classical music.
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Von Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: SicilienneMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Tema. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IXLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Coda. Andante - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Dvořák: From the Bohemian Forest, Op. 68: No. 5, Silent Woods, B. 182 (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (a) Tema con variazioniPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (b) Variation IPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (c) Variation IIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (d) Variation IIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (e) Variation IVPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (f) Variation VPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (g) Variation VIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (h) Variation VIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (i) Variation VIIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (j) Variation IXPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (k) Variation XPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (l) Variation XIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (m) Variation XII - Finale & codaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - SchnellerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Tema. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IXLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation XLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
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