Camille Thomas, the celebrated French cellist and the first cellist to be exclusively signed by Deutsche Grammophon in years, presents her second album, "Voice Of Hope." This captivating collection of 19 tracks, released on June 25, 2021, showcases Thomas's expansive and expressive playing, accompanied by the Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Mathieu Herzog and Stéphane Denève.
The album is a testament to Thomas's versatility and artistry, featuring a diverse range of classical pieces, from Baroque to contemporary works. It includes transcendent arrangements for cello and orchestra, such as the hauntingly beautiful "When I Am Laid in Earth" from Dido and Aeneas, the hopeful "Never Give Up" concerto, and the poignant "Song of Hope." The album also features beloved arias and melodies, like "Casta Diva" from Norma, "Una furtiva lagrima" from L'elisir d'amore, and "Va, pensiero" from Nabucco, all masterfully adapted for cello and orchestra.
Thomas's powerful and evocative performances are complemented by the lush orchestrations and sensitive accompaniment of the Brussels Philharmonic. The album's duration of 1 hour and 25 minutes offers a rich and immersive listening experience, highlighting Thomas's technical prowess and deep musicality.
"Voice Of Hope" is a remarkable addition to Camille Thomas's discography, demonstrating her ability to breathe new life into classical repertoire and connect with audiences on a profound level. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Deux mélodies hébraïques, M. A22: I. Kaddisch (Transcr. by Richard Tognetti for Cello and Orchestra )Maurice Ravel, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30 / Act II: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Arr. by Mathieu Herzog for Cello and Strings)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626 / Act III: "When I Am Laid in Earth" Dido's Lamento (Arr. by Mathieu Herzog for Cello and Strings)Henry Purcell, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "Never Give Up", Op. 73: I. Never Give UpFazıl Say, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Stéphane Denève
Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "Never Give Up", Op. 73: II. Terror - ElegyFazıl Say, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Stéphane Denève
Concerto for Cello and Orchestra "Never Give Up", Op. 73: III. Song of HopeFazıl Say, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Stéphane Denève
"Kol Nidrei" Adagio for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 47: I. Adagio ma non troppoMax Bruch, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
"Kol Nidrei" Adagio for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 47: II. Un poco più animatoMax Bruch, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: V. Träume (Arr. by Mathieu Herzog for Cello and Orchestra)Richard Wagner, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Gypsy Melodies, Op. 55, B. 104: IV. Songs My Mother Taught Me (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Theme from "Schindler's List" (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)John Williams, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Werther / Act III: "Pourquoi me réveiller" (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Jules Massenet, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
L'elisir d'amore / Act II: "Una furtiva lagrima" (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Gaetano Donizetti, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Norma / Act I: "Casta Diva" (Arr. by Mathieu Herzog for Cello and Orchestra)Vincenzo Bellini, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Don Giovanni, K. 527 / Act I: "Dalla sua pace" (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Nabucco / Act III: "Va, pensiero" (Arr. by Mathieu Herzog for Cello and Orchestra)Giuseppe Verdi, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Erlkönig, D. 328 (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Franz Schubert, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Gretchen am Spinnrade, D. 118 (Adapt. for Cello and Orchestra)Franz Schubert, Camille Thomas, Brussels Philharmonic, Mathieu Herzog
Vater Unser (Version for Cello and Piano)Arvo Pärt, Camille Thomas, Julien Brocal
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