Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of the cello with Claude Debussy's "The Art of the Cello," a meticulously curated collection of timeless classical pieces set to release on November 5, 2025, under Warner Classics. Spanning a generous 3 hours and 46 minutes, this album is a testament to the versatility and depth of the cello, showcasing its ability to convey a vast spectrum of emotions and narratives.
Debussy's masterful interpretation of iconic works by composers such as Bach, Elgar, Chopin, and Brahms is a highlight of this album. From the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio" from Elgar's Cello Concerto in E Minor to the serene elegance of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, each piece is a journey through the annals of classical music. The inclusion of lesser-known gems like Dvořák's "Silent Woods" and Fauré's "Sicilienne" adds a layer of intrigue and discovery.
The album is a blend of solo performances and orchestral arrangements, offering a dynamic listening experience. Debussy's technical prowess and expressive nuance shine through in every note, making this album a celebration of the cello's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Art of the Cello" promises an enriching and captivating musical experience.
Tracks
Mendelssohn: 6 Gesänge, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des GesangesFelix Mendelssohn, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Chopin: 24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E Minor (Version for Cello and Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Julian Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Von Paradis: Sicilienne (Arr. Dushkin for Cello and Piano)Maria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Truls Mørk
Sibelius: 4 Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op. 78: No. 2, RomanceJean Sibelius, Truls Mørk, Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: Allegro non troppo -Camille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Mstislav Rostropovich, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
Elgar: 2 Chansons, Op. 15: No. 2, Chanson de matin (Arr. Milone for Cello and Orchestra)Edward Elgar, Natalie Clein, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vernon Handley
Williams: Main Theme (From "Schindler's List")John Williams, Gautier Capuçon, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
Dvořák: 8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7, Poco lento e grazioso (Arr. Kreisler for Cello and Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
Rachmaninoff: 12 Romances, Op. 21: No. 9, Melody (Transcr. Kadouch & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: III. Sicilienne (Arr. Hazell for Cello and Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Han-Na Chang, Leonard Slatkin, Philharmonia Orchestra
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
Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Natalie Clein, Charles Owen
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Paul Tortelier
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in B Minor, RV 424: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Han-Na Chang, Christopher Warren-Green, London Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Cello Concerto in B Minor, RV 424: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Han-Na Chang, Christopher Warren-Green, London Chamber Orchestra
Casals: El cant dels ocellsPablo Casals, Han-Na Chang, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Antonio Pappano
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Orch. Büsser)Gabriel Fauré, Gautier Capuçon, Douglas Boyd, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam (Live)Robert Schumann, Gautier Capuçon, Bernard Haitink, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Korngold: Suite for Left Hand Piano and Strings, Op. 23: IV. Lied. Schlicht und innigErich Wolfgang Korngold, Edgar Moreau, Raphaëlle Moreau, David Moreau, Jérémie Moreau
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: IV. Allegro moltoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Mendelssohn: Song Without Words in D Major, Op. 109, MWV Q34Felix Mendelssohn, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Richter: The Leftovers: She RemembersMax Richter, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Horner: Titanic: ThemeJames Horner, Die 12 Cellisten der Berliner Philharmoniker, Esko Laine
Nin: 20 Cantos Populares Españoles: No. 6, Granadina, Chant D'Espagne Pour Violoncelle Et Piano (Arr. Kochanski for Cello and Piano)Joaquin Nin, Paul Tortelier, John Newmark
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, L. 82: III. Clair de lune (Arr. Roelens for Cello and Piano)Claude Debussy, Mstislav Rostropovich, Alexander Dedyukhin
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38: II. Allegretto quasi menuetto - TrioJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Delius: Cello Concerto: I. Lento -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: II. Con moto tranquillo -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: III. Lento -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: IV. Con moto tranquillo -Frederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: V. AllegramenteFrederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
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
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Gautier Capuçon, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
Barcarolle (From Les contes d’Hoffmann)Jacques Offenbach, Gautier Capuçon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris, Lionel Bringuier
Chopin: Nocturne No. 21 in C Minor, Op. Posth. (Transcr. Kadouch & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Edgar Moreau, David Kadouch
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Lynn Harrell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Elgar: In Moonlight (Arr. Milone for Cello and Orchestra)Edward Elgar, Natalie Clein, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vernon Handley
Grieg: Cello Sonata in A Minor, Op. 36: II. Andante molto tranquilloEdvard Grieg, Truls Mørk, Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Hahn: Chansons grises: No. 5, L'heure exquise (Version for Cello and Piano)Reynaldo Hahn, Julian Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 19: No. 4, Nocturne (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Han-Na Chang, Leonard Slatkin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Daniel Pailthorpe
Mussorgsky: The Fair at Sorochyntsi: Gopak (Arr. Stutschewsky for Cello and Piano)Modest Mussorgsky, János Starker, Gerald Moore
Elgar: Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Version for Cello and Piano)Edward Elgar, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
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