Julian Lloyd Webber invites you to explore a rich tapestry of classical music on his album "A Tale of Two Cellos," released on October 1, 2013, under the Naxos label. This captivating collection spans a little over an hour and features a diverse array of compositions, each masterfully arranged for two cellos and piano, or occasionally three cellos and harp, by Julian Lloyd Webber himself and other notable arrangers like John Lenehan.
The album showcases a blend of timeless classics and lesser-known gems, ranging from the serene "Ave Maria" by Schubert to the evocative "Stabat Mater" by Pergolesi. You'll also find works by Dvořák, Tchaikovsky, and even a traditional Estonian lullaby, all united by the warmth and expressiveness of the cello. The title "A Tale of Two Cellos" reflects the intimate dialogue between the two cellos, creating a rich and dynamic sound that brings each piece to life. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the world of chamber music, highlighting the versatility and beauty of the cello.
Tracks
Ave Maria in A Major (1860) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Camille Saint-Saëns, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Chiquilin de Bachin (The Little Beggar Boy) (arr. J. Lenehan for 2 cellos and piano)John Lenehan, Astor Piazzolla, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
Madrigals, Book 7: Interrotte speranze, eterna fede, SV 132 (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 3 cellos and harp)Claudio Monteverdi, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, Guy Johnston, Catrin Finch
The Gadfly, Op. 97: Prelude (arr. J .Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Dmitri Shostakovich, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Choral Hymns from the Rig Veda, 3rd Group, Op. 26: No. 1. Hymn to the Dawn (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 4 cellos and harp)Gustav Holst, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, Guy Johnston, Laura van der Heijden, Catrin Finch
My Lady Greensleeves (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Roger Quilter, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
12 Songs, Op. 48: No. 1. Der Engel (The Angel) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Anton Rubinstein, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Moravske dvojzpevy (Moravian Duets), Op. 38, B. 69: No. 3. Kranzlein (The Harvesters)Antonín Dvořák, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Moon Silver (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)William Lloyd Webber, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Sommerruh (Summer Calm), WoO 7 (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Robert Schumann, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Stabat mater: Stabat mater dolorosa (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and harp)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, Catrin Finch
Si mes vers avaient des ailes (If my songs were only winged) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Reynaldo Hahn, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
6 Choruses, Op. 15: No. 4. Zadremali volni (The Waves are Dreaming) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Lost is my quiet forever, Z. 502 (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and harp)Henry Purcell, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, Catrin Finch
Moravske dvojzpevy (Moravian Duets), Op. 32, B. 62: No. 8. Skromna (The Modest Lass) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Antonín Dvořák, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Mädchenlieder, Op. 103: Madchenlieder, Op. 103: No. 4. An den Abendstern (Evening Star) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Robert Schumann, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Sketchbook, Op. 2: Oh, that we two were maying (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Ethelbert Nevin, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Sweet and Low (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Joseph Barnby, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Summer Sunset (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Roger Quilter, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
2 Wiegenlieder (2 Lullabies): No. 2. Estnisches Wiegenlied (Estonian Lullaby) (arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 cellos and piano)Arvo Pärt, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
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