The Art of the Cello - Claude Debussy - Vinyl LP UK

The Art of the Cello - Claude Debussy

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of the cello with Claude Debussy's "The Art of the Cello," a meticulously curated collection of timeless classical pieces set to release on November 5, 2025, under Warner Classics. Spanning a generous 3 hours and 46 minutes, this album is a testament to the versatility and depth of the cello, showcasing its ability to convey a vast spectrum of emotions and narratives.

Debussy's masterful interpretation of iconic works by composers such as Bach, Elgar, Chopin, and Brahms is a highlight of this album. From the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio" from Elgar's Cello Concerto in E Minor to the serene elegance of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, each piece is a journey through the annals of classical music. The inclusion of lesser-known gems like Dvořák's "Silent Woods" and Fauré's "Sicilienne" adds a layer of intrigue and discovery.

The album is a blend of solo performances and orchestral arrangements, offering a dynamic listening experience. Debussy's technical prowess and expressive nuance shine through in every note, making this album a celebration of the cello's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Art of the Cello" promises an enriching and captivating musical experience.

5 november 2025A Warner Classics release, © 2025 Parlophone Records LimitedA Warner Classics release, ℗ 2025 Parlophone Records Limited

Tracks

Mendelssohn: 6 Gesänge, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des GesangesFelix Mendelssohn, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
2:21
Chopin: 24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E Minor (Version for Cello and Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Julian Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
2:24
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
2:52
Von Paradis: Sicilienne (Arr. Dushkin for Cello and Piano)Maria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
2:59
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Truls Mørk
2:39
Sibelius: 4 Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op. 78: No. 2, RomanceJean Sibelius, Truls Mørk, Jean-Yves Thibaudet
3:11
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: Allegro non troppo -Camille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
5:29
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
4:55
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
8:52
Elgar: 2 Chansons, Op. 15: No. 2, Chanson de matin (Arr. Milone for Cello and Orchestra)Edward Elgar, Natalie Clein, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vernon Handley
3:14
Williams: Main Theme (From "Schindler's List")John Williams, Gautier Capuçon, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
4:06
Dvořák: 8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7, Poco lento e grazioso (Arr. Kreisler for Cello and Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
3:32
Rachmaninoff: 12 Romances, Op. 21: No. 9, Melody (Transcr. Kadouch & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
2:51
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: III. Sicilienne (Arr. Hazell for Cello and Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Han-Na Chang, Leonard Slatkin, Philharmonia Orchestra
3:35
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
7:58
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
4:31
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
5:16
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
12:21
Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Natalie Clein, Charles Owen
4:10
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Paul Tortelier
3:34
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in B Minor, RV 424: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Han-Na Chang, Christopher Warren-Green, London Chamber Orchestra
3:54
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in B Minor, RV 424: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Han-Na Chang, Christopher Warren-Green, London Chamber Orchestra
2:45
Casals: El cant dels ocellsPablo Casals, Han-Na Chang, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Antonio Pappano
4:40
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Orch. Büsser)Gabriel Fauré, Gautier Capuçon, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
3:27
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam (Live)Robert Schumann, Gautier Capuçon, Bernard Haitink, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
4:05
Korngold: Suite for Left Hand Piano and Strings, Op. 23: IV. Lied. Schlicht und innigErich Wolfgang Korngold, Edgar Moreau, Raphaëlle Moreau, David Moreau, Jérémie Moreau
4:24
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: IV. Allegro moltoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
4:41
Mendelssohn: Song Without Words in D Major, Op. 109, MWV Q34Felix Mendelssohn, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
5:34
Richter: The Leftovers: She RemembersMax Richter, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
3:34
Horner: Titanic: ThemeJames Horner, Die 12 Cellisten der Berliner Philharmoniker, Esko Laine
4:46
Nin: 20 Cantos Populares Españoles: No. 6, Granadina, Chant D'Espagne Pour Violoncelle Et Piano (Arr. Kochanski for Cello and Piano)Joaquin Nin, Paul Tortelier, John Newmark
2:21
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, L. 82: III. Clair de lune (Arr. Roelens for Cello and Piano)Claude Debussy, Mstislav Rostropovich, Alexander Dedyukhin
4:49
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
4:00
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38: II. Allegretto quasi menuetto - TrioJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
5:38
Delius: Cello Concerto: I. Lento -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
1:01
Delius: Cello Concerto: II. Con moto tranquillo -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
6:18
Delius: Cello Concerto: III. Lento -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
7:36
Delius: Cello Concerto: IV. Con moto tranquillo -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
1:59
Delius: Cello Concerto: V. AllegramenteFrederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
7:44
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
6:47
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Gautier Capuçon, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
8:16
Barcarolle (From Les contes d’Hoffmann)Jacques Offenbach, Gautier Capuçon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris, Lionel Bringuier
3:41
Chopin: Nocturne No. 21 in C Minor, Op. Posth. (Transcr. Kadouch & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
3:25
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Lynn Harrell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
6:01
Elgar: In Moonlight (Arr. Milone for Cello and Orchestra)Edward Elgar, Natalie Clein, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vernon Handley
3:16
Grieg: Cello Sonata in A Minor, Op. 36: II. Andante molto tranquilloEdvard Grieg, Truls Mørk, Jean-Yves Thibaudet
6:43
Hahn: Chansons grises: No. 5, L'heure exquise (Version for Cello and Piano)Reynaldo Hahn, Julian Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
3:57
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 19: No. 4, Nocturne (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Han-Na Chang, Leonard Slatkin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Daniel Pailthorpe
5:16
Mussorgsky: The Fair at Sorochyntsi: Gopak (Arr. Stutschewsky for Cello and Piano)Modest Mussorgsky, János Starker, Gerald Moore
1:53
Elgar: Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Version for Cello and Piano)Edward Elgar, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
2:53

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About Claude Debussy

Claude Debussy, a pioneering French composer born in 1862, is renowned for his innovative approach to classical music that transcended traditional boundaries. Often hailed as an impressionist, Debussy's compositions are characterized by their atmospheric textures, subtle harmonies, and evocative melodies. His works, primarily for piano and orchestra, have left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Debussy's unique style, which often drew inspiration from non-Western music and poetry, continues to captivate audiences and influence composers to this day. His legacy endures as one of the most distinctive and influential voices in the classical canon.

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