Gautier Capuçon, the renowned French cellist, invites you into a world of rich musical exploration with his album "Intuition." Released on November 24, 2017, under Warner Classics, this captivating collection of chamber and classical pieces showcases Capuçon's extraordinary artistry and versatility.
Spanning a diverse repertoire, "Intuition" features works by composers such as Massenet, Saint-Saëns, Dvořák, Tchaikovsky, and Piazzolla, among others. The album opens with Massenet's "Méditation" from Thaïs, a piece that highlights Capuçon's ability to convey deep emotion and sensitivity. The tracklist also includes popular favorites like Saint-Saëns' "Le cygne" (The Swan) and Tchaikovsky's "Andante cantabile," as well as lesser-known gems like Ducros' "Encore" and Sollima's "Violoncelles, Vibrez!"
Capuçon's intuitive approach to music is evident throughout the album, as he navigates through a variety of styles and moods with remarkable ease. From the playful "Original Rags" by Joplin to the intense "Le Grand Tango" by Piazzolla, each piece is rendered with a unique perspective, offering a fresh take on familiar works.
With a duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes, "Intuition" is a testament to Gautier Capuçon's profound connection with the cello and his ability to bring out the essence of each composition. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
This LP was released in 2018.
Tracks
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: Méditation (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Jules Massenet, Gautier Capuçon, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Ducros: EncoreJerome Ducros, Gautier Capuçon
Saint-Saëns / Transcr. Vidal: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Gautier Capuçon, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Sollima: Violoncelles, Vibrez!Giovanni Sollima, Gautier Capuçon, Benoît Grenet, Deborah Nemtanu, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Elgar / Transc. Walter: Salut d'amour, Op. 12Edward Elgar, Gautier Capuçon, Deborah Nemtanu, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Popper / Transc. Ludmany: Elfentanz, Op. 39David Popper, Gautier Capuçon, Deborah Nemtanu, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Anon / Arr Casals: El cant dels ocellsAnonymous, Gautier Capuçon, Deborah Nemtanu, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Paganini / Transc. Fournier: Variations on One String on a Theme from Rossini's "Mosè in Egitto" (Transc. Fournier)Niccolò Paganini, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Tchaikovsky: Andante cantabile (From String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op. 11)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gautier Capuçon, Deborah Nemtanu, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Rachmaninov / Transc. Leon: 14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, VocaliseSergei Rachmaninoff, Gautier Capuçon, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
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