Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Gregor Piatigorsky with "Boccherini, Schumann & Others: Cello Works," a captivating collection of chamber music released on April 27, 1996, by Biddulph Recordings. This album is a testament to Piatigorsky's virtuosity and versatility, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase his mastery of the cello.
The album opens with the elegant and refined Cello Sonata in C Major by Luigi Boccherini, followed by the deeply expressive Fantasiestücke by Robert Schumann. Piatigorsky's arrangements of works by other composers, such as Camille Saint-Saëns' "The Swan" from "The Carnival of the Animals" and Sergei Prokofiev's "Masks" from "Romeo and Juliet," demonstrate his ability to breathe new life into familiar pieces.
Piatigorsky's own arrangements, like those of the Divertimento in D Major and the Introduction & Polonaise brillante in C Major, highlight his creative genius. The album also includes lesser-known gems, such as the Oriental from Isaac Albéniz's "12 Danzas españolas" and the Vocalise-étude en forme de habanera by Maurice Ravel.
With a duration of just over an hour and thirteen minutes, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the world of cello music, from classical sonatas to lively tarantellas and evocative romances. Piatigorsky's playing is characterized by its technical brilliance, emotional depth, and a unique ability to connect with the listener. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Cello Sonata in C Major, G. 6: I. Allegro ma non troppoLuigi Boccherini, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in C Major, G. 6: II. Largo assaiLuigi Boccherini, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in C Major, G. 6: III. RondoLuigi Boccherini, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Divertimento in D Major (Arr. G. Piatigorsky for Cello & Piano): I. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Divertimento in D Major (Arr. G. Piatigorsky for Cello & Piano): II. MenuettoJoseph Haydn, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Divertimento in D Major (Arr. G. Piatigorsky for Cello & Piano): III. Allegro di moltoJoseph Haydn, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano): No. 1, Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Gregor Piatigorsky, Ivor Newton
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano): No. 2, Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Gregor Piatigorsky, Ivor Newton
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano): No. 3, Rasch und mit FeuerRobert Schumann, Gregor Piatigorsky, Ivor Newton
Introduction & Polonaise brillante in C Major, Op. 3, B. 41Frédéric Chopin, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
2 Duets, Op. 10: No. 2, Tarentelle (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Gabriel Fauré, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
The Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: XIII. The Swan (Version for Cello & Piano) [1]Camille Saint-Saëns, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
2 Romances, L. 79: No. 1, L'âme évaporée et souffrante (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Claude Debussy, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Vocalise-étude en forme de habanera, M. 51 (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Maurice Ravel, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
12 Danzas españolas: No. 2, Oriental (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Enrique Granados, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
10 Pieces from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 75: No. 5. Masks (Arr. G. Piatigorsky for Cello & Piano)Sergei Prokofiev, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in D Minor, Op. 40: I. Allegro non troppoDmitri Shostakovich, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in D Minor, Op. 40: II. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in D Minor, Op. 40: III. LargoDmitri Shostakovich, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
Cello Sonata in D Minor, Op. 40: IV. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Gregor Piatigorsky, Valentin Pavlovsky
The Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: XIII. The Swan (Version for Cello & Piano) [2]Camille Saint-Saëns, Gregor Piatigorsky, Ralph Berkowitz
2 Melodies, Op. 3: No. 1 in F Major (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Anton Rubinstein, Gregor Piatigorsky, Ralph Berkowitz
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