Dive into the enchanting world of 18th-century chamber music with Edgar Moreau's captivating album, "Giovincello." This exquisite collection features some of the most celebrated cello concertos from the Baroque and Classical eras, performed with unparalleled virtuosity and sensitivity by the young French cellist. The album showcases a blend of well-known masterpieces and hidden gems, offering a rich and varied listening experience.
"Giovincello" opens with Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, a work that highlights the composer's innovative spirit and the instrument's expressive range. The album then traverses through Vivaldi's dramatic Cello Concerto in A Minor, Platti's elegant Cello Concerto in D Major, and Boccherini's lyrical Cello Concerto No. 6 in D Major. The lesser-known Graziani Cello Concerto in C Major concludes the album, providing a delightful finale to this musical journey.
Edgar Moreau, accompanied by the talented ensemble Il Pomo d'Oro and conductor Riccardo Minasi, brings a fresh perspective to these timeless works. Their collaborative effort results in a performance that is both historically informed and deeply personal, making "Giovincello" a standout release in the world of classical music. With a total duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of the cello concerto genre and the remarkable talent of its performers. Released on October 23, 2015, by Warner Classics, "Giovincello" is an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: I. ModeratoJoseph Haydn, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: III. Allegro moltoJoseph Haydn, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in A Minor, RV 419: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in A Minor, RV 419: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in A Minor, RV 419: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Platti: Cello Concerto in D Major, WD 650: I. AllegroGiovanni Benedetto Platti, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
Platti: Cello Concerto in D Major, WD 650: II. AdagioGiovanni Benedetto Platti, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
Platti: Cello Concerto in D Major, WD 650: III. AllegroGiovanni Benedetto Platti, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
Boccherini: Cello Concerto No. 6 in D Major, G. 479: I. AllegroLuigi Boccherini, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Boccherini: Cello Concerto No. 6 in D Major, G. 479: II. AdagioLuigi Boccherini, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Boccherini: Cello Concerto No. 6 in D Major, G. 479: III. AllegroLuigi Boccherini, Edgar Moreau, Il Pomo D'oro, Riccardo Minasi
Graziani: Cello Concerto in C Major: I. Allegro moderatoCarlo Graziani, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
Graziani: Cello Concerto in C Major: II. Larghetto grazioso con portamentoCarlo Graziani, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
Graziani: Cello Concerto in C Major: III. Rondeau. AllegrettoCarlo Graziani, Edgar Moreau, Riccardo Minasi, Il Pomo D'oro
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