Jacqueline du Pré's 'The Heart of the Cello' is a sublime collection of classical and chamber music masterpieces, released on 13 October 2017 by Warner Classics. This exquisite album showcases du Pré's technical mastery and emotional depth as a cellist, as she navigates the intricate nuances of iconic compositions by Elgar, Delius, Dvorák, and Saint-Saëns, amongst others.
With a duration of 2 hours and 29 minutes, 'The Heart of the Cello' is a comprehensive and immersive listening experience, featuring a diverse range of works that highlight du Pré's expressive range and technical prowess. From the soaring melodies of Schumann's Cello Concerto to the elegant refinement of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1, du Pré's playing is characterised by its warmth, precision, and profound musicality.
The album also includes collaborations with other renowned musicians, as evidenced by the inclusion of Beethoven's Piano Trio No. 5 and No. 7, as well as Brahms' Cello Sonata No. 1 and No. 2. These works demonstrate du Pré's ability to blend seamlessly with her musical partners, creating a rich and cohesive sound that is greater than the sum of its parts.
Throughout 'The Heart of the Cello', Jacqueline du Pré's passion and dedication to her craft shine brightly, making this album an essential listening experience for fans of classical and chamber music. With its broad range of repertoire and du Pré's captivating performances, 'The Heart of the Cello' is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of music to inspire and uplift us.
Tracks
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir John Barbirolli, London Symphony Orchestra
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir John Barbirolli, London Symphony Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto, RT VII/7: AllegramenteFrederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Dvorák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: III. Finale (Allegro moderato)Antonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony 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
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - SchnellerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: III. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb, 1: III. Allegro moltoJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb, 2, Op. 101: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir John Barbirolli, London Symphony Orchestra
Bocherini / Arr. Grützmacher: Cello Concerto No. 9 in B-Flat Major, G. 482: II. Adagio non troppoLuigi Boccherini, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jacqueline du Pré
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1, "Ghost": I. Allegro vivace e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 7 in B-Flat Major, Op. 97, "Archduke": IV. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: II. Adagio affettuosoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: I. Allegro ma non tantoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: II. Lebhaft, leicht - Coda - Nach und nach ruhigerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré
Franck / Arr. Delsart: Cello Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Jacqueline du Pré
Fauré: Élégie, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: Sicilienne in E-Flat MajorMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: XIII. Le cygne (Arr. for Cello and Harp)Camille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
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