Jacqueline du Pré's "Joy of the Cello" is a comprehensive collection that showcases her extraordinary talent and deep connection with the cello. Released on June 3, 2022, under Warner Classics, this album spans a generous 5 hours and 16 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical and chamber music that highlights du Pré's virtuosity and emotional depth.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from well-known concertos by Elgar, Dvořák, and Saint-Saëns to intimate chamber pieces by Beethoven, Brahms, and Schumann. Du Pré's interpretations are celebrated for their technical brilliance and profound expressiveness, making this collection a testament to her enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
Fans of Jacqueline du Pré will appreciate the inclusion of her iconic performances of works like the Elgar Cello Concerto and the Dvořák Cello Concerto, which have become benchmarks in the cello repertoire. The album also includes lesser-known gems, such as pieces by Haydn, Boccherini, and Von Paradis, providing a comprehensive overview of du Pré's artistic range.
"Joy of the Cello" is not just a compilation of performances but a celebration of the instrument itself, showcasing its versatility and emotional resonance. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Jacqueline du Pré or a newcomer to her work, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most beloved and inspiring pieces in the cello repertoire.
Tracks
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - SchnellerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: V. AllegramenteFrederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: No. 2, Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Fauré: Élégie in C Minor, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Bruch: Kol Nidrei, Op. 47Max Bruch, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1 "Ghost": I. Allegro vivace con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1 "Ghost": III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70 No. 2: I. Poco sostenuto - Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 11 "Gassenhauer": II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Gervase De Peyer
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: II. Adagio affettuosoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Franck / Arr. Delsart: Cello Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Bach, JS: Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Jacqueline du Pré, Roy Jesson
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jacqueline du Pré
Von Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: SicilienneMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: I. ModeratoJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: III. Allegro moltoJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: I. Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: II. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Boccherini / Arr. Grützmacher: Cello Concerto in B-Flat Major, G. 482: II. Adagio non troppoLuigi Boccherini, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Song Without Words in D Major, Op. 109, MWV Q34Felix Mendelssohn, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 7 in B-Flat Major, Op. 97 "Archduke": I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. Allegro - CadenzaJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Monn: Cello Concerto in G Minor: I. AllegroGeorg Matthias Monn, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Valda Aveling
Von Paradis: Sicilienne (Arr. Dushkin for Cello and Piano) [Alternate Version]Maria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Brahms: Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Gervase De Peyer
Falla / Arr. Maréchal: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 4, JotaManuel de Falla, Jacqueline du Pré, John C. Williams
Handel / Arr. Slatter: Cello Sonata in G Minor: III. Sarabande (After Oboe Concerto No. 3, HWV 287)George Frideric Handel, Jacqueline du Pré, Ernest Lush
Dvořák: From the Bohemian Forest, Op. 68: No. 5, Silent Woods, B. 182 (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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