Pierre Fournier: Dvorák Cello Concerto

1. Cello Concerto in B minor, B. 191 (Op. 104)
Composed by Antonin Dvorak
Performed by London Philharmonia Orchestra with Pierre Fournier
Conducted by Rafael Kubelik

2. Cello Concerto No. 1, in A minor, Op. 33
Composed by Camille Saint-Saens
Performed by London Philharmonia Orchestra with Pierre Fournier
Conducted by Walter Susskind

3. Élégie for cello & piano or orchestra in C minor, Op. 24
Composed by Gabriel Faure
with Pierre Fournier , Ernest Lush

4. Berceuse, for violin & piano (or orchestra) in D Major, Op. 16
Composed by Gabriel Faure
with Pierre Fournier , Ernest Lush

5. Vocalise-Étude en forme de Habanera, for voice & piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Pierre Fournier , Ernest Lush

6. Rêverie, for piano, L. 68
Composed by Claude Debussy
with Pierre Fournier , Ernest Lush

7. The Swan (from "Carnival of the Animals"), original (for 2 pianos & ensemble) and arrangements Le Cygne
Composed by Camille Saint-Saens
with Pierre Fournier , Gerald Martin Moore

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Average customer rating: best Dvorak The best music ever written! Very personal account! Dramatic and Passionate beijingfox

Dvorák: Cello Concerto; Bruch: Dol Nidrei; Bloch: Schelomo Alfred Wallenstein , George Szell , Jean Martinon , Berliner Philharmoniker , Lamoureux Concert Association Orchestra , and Orchestre Lamoureux Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Bloch | Bloch, Ernest | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Bruch | Bruch, Max | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Fournier, Pierre | ( F ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Jewish Cello Masterpieces Kol Nidre Variations Bach: 6 Suiten für Violoncello solo Great Recordings Of The Century - Beethoven: Triple Concerto; Brahms: Double Concerto / Oistrakh, Rostropovich, Richter Vaughan Williams: The Nine Symphonies ASIN: B000001GBX Release Date: 1990-05-01

Tracks:

1. Concerto for Violoncello and Orchestra in B Minor, Op. 104: 1. Allegro
2. Concerto for Violoncello and Orchestra in B Minor, Op. 104: 2. Adagio ma non troppo
3. Concerto for Violoncello and Orchestra in B Minor, Op. 104: 3. Finale. Allegro moderato
4. Hebraic Rhapsody For Violoncello And Orchestra: Schelomo - Pierre Fournier
5. Kol Nidrei, Op. 47, Adagio On Hebrew Melodies For Violoncello And Orchestra: Adagio ma non troppo - Un poco piu animato - Bruch

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Another legendary George Szell recording, this time partnering him with Pierre Fournier, the magnificent French cellist. At the very beginning of his career, Szell recorded this concerto in Prague with the Czech Philharmonic and none other than Pablo Casals. That recording, made around 1938, is still available. This stereo remake with the Berlin Philharmonic shows both artists at the very peak of their form. The the couplings, too, are uniquely appealing. That this compelling performance is available on DG's budget line underscores one of the great peculiarities of the classical music business. In case you haven't noticed, there is no relationship at all between quality of performance and price. So what are you waiting for? --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

best Dvorak.......2005-10-09

I have heard perhaps 5 or 6 versions of the Dvorak cello concerto. Of the ones I have heard this is the best (close competition from Du Pre only). The other pieces are okay but the Dvorak is the reason you would purchase this. The recording quality is especially good with the solo cello while the orchestra occasionally is not as clear. Recommended. I would have given it 5 stars if I liked the other two pieces nearly as well.

The best music ever written!.......2004-12-12

Well, that's a large claim to make, but I'm going to be 60 in a few months and so I will state my frank opinion: the Dvorak Cello Concerto is the best piece of music ever written by mankind, and you should really listen to THIS version, with Pierre Fournier on the cello, and George Szell conducting the Berlin Philharmonic.

This could hardly be called "program music." Yet it seems to address any questions which you bring to it -- questions about love, mortality, and the gods, among many others. And there are many, many moments when Dvorak is simply "out there" -- communicating with the stars.

My runner-up is the Brahms Violin Concerto! :-)

Very personal account!.......2004-10-14

The level of concentration throughout in this set of recordings is amazing...even though some may not know it, the Lamoreux orchestra is one of the very finest and it is the oldest orchestra in Paris. All of the recordings are top notch and are played with polish.

As a backgrounder, you may want to investigate the 1936 Casals/Szell coupling of the Dvorak on EMI! Wonderful in different ways!

Dramatic and Passionate.......2004-06-20

Beijingfox2 and California music fan have just about covered the bases regarding this outstanding recording, but I wanted to add a few words from a different perspective. Listen to this CD without being involved in another activity. Turn down the lights. Allow yourself to be totally immersed in the music. All three pieces, but especially "Schelomo" are emotionally powerful, and will sweep you away.

beijingfox.......2003-12-06

There are countless versions in the catalogue of this concerto (probably the most difficult solo cello part to play completely convincingly in the current popular repertoire - it's HARD!) and many play "very well"....Lyn Harrell, Paul Tortelier, Mistislav Rostropovich, Heinrich Schiff, but the overall picture and feel which MUST be portrayed beyond the notes is normally missing to a degree in these and certainly in almost all others (including Yo yo Ma, Jaqueline Du Pre and many many others eauuuch). The technical playing of Fournier is without question particularly authoritative and impressive (all cellists agree!) - the right hand/bowing phrasing is special in a way which is just unforgettable and rich in tone....and the left hand contact and articulation with the strings never less than brilliant and inspired - but beyond that, the romantic sweep, ultimate control and passionate throb of the playing on ALL 4 strings - even high on the fingerboard with the A string (and D) - is unmatched even after 40 years! If you really want to hear one of THE definitive concerto recordings of the gramophone catologue (up there with Josef Hoffman's Chopin concerto recordings) then this is it. You don't necessarily need to be a cellist to appreciate the sheer gifted and beautifully thought-out musical tapestry beyond the bounds of mere cello-playing which is represented in this deeply passionate, and unforgettable performance . It will be up there on your SPECIAL list. Play it LOUD!!!! Beijingfox@hotmail.com

Average customer rating: The Swan has got to be one of the most haunting pieces of music ever created

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Tracks:

1. The Swan - Mischa Maisky
2. Vocalise, Op.34, No.14 - Nina Kotova
3. Irish Tune From County Derry 'Danny Boy' - Julian Lloyd Webber
4. Allegro - Anner Bylsma
5. Prelude - Mischa Maisky
6. Rondo - Christine Walevska
7. Nocturne - Julian Lloyd Webber
8. Aria - Kiri Te Kanawa
9. Ave Maria, D839 - Mischa Maisky
10. Adagio-Moderato - Julian Lloyd Webber
11. Finale - Pierre Fournier

Customer Reviews:

The Swan has got to be one of the most haunting pieces of music ever created.......2007-06-12

All I can tell you is I love The Swan. Haunting, hipnotic, melancholy.
Soprano Kiri Te Kanawa's aria (from Bachiana brasileiras No. 5 for Soprano and Cellos) makes you take pause and listen. Woman is absolutely incredible.

Nice collection all around. (Would have given the CD five stars, if not for volume inconsistancy: up during certain numbers, down during others.) Not the fault of the performers, of course...still...

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Dvorák and Saint-Saëns: Cello Concertos Manufacturer: Classica D'oro ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Saint-Saëns, Camille | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tchaikovsky | Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Fournier, Pierre | ( F ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music London Philharmonic Orchestra | ( L ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00005JI55 Release Date: 2001-08-07

Tracks:

1. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Allegro
2. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Adagio Ma Non Troppo
3. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Allegro Moderato
4. Vc Con No.1 in a, Op.33: Allegro Non Troppo
5. Vc Con No.1 in a, Op.33: Allegretto Con Moto
6. Vc Con No.1 in a, Op.33: Allegro Non Troppo
7. Vars On A Rococo Theme in A, Op.33: Intro
8. Vars On A Rococo Theme in A, Op.33: Theme
9. Vars On A Rococo Theme in A, Op.33: Vars

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Dvorák: Cello Concerto in B minor; 8 Slavonic Dances Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0002KVVB0 Release Date: 2004-08-10

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Dvorak: Concerto in B Minor/Eight Slavonic Dances Manufacturer: Arkadia: the 78's ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008EP1M Release Date: 1995-09-19

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Dvorák: Concerto pour violoncelle; Symphonie No. 8 Manufacturer: Deutsche Gram. Ger. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Fournier, Pierre | ( F ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004VEQ8 Release Date: 2006-06-08

Tracks:

1. Cello Concerto In B Minor, Op.104
2. Symphony No.8 In G Major, Op.88

Album Details

Collection Du Millenaire.

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The Art of George Szell Manufacturer: Music & Arts Program ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Strauss | Strauss, Richard | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wagner | Wagner, Richard | ( W ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Overtures | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B000001OEI Release Date: 1993-11-01

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Hermann Scherchen Manufacturer: Aura Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Classical | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00005LN4N Release Date: 2001-05-29

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Pierre Fournier: Dvorák Cello Concerto Manufacturer: Testament ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Ravel, Maurice | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Saint-Saëns, Camille | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Fournier, Pierre | ( F ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000E8XM Release Date: 1993-01-01

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The Art OF Pierre Fournier Manufacturer: Arlecchino ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Fournier, Pierre | ( F ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music New York Philharmonic Orchestra | ( N ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B000003LQD Release Date: 1995-10-24

Tracks:

1. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Allegro
2. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Adagio Ma Non Troppo
3. Vc Con in b, Op.104: Finale: Allegro Moderato
4. Vc Con in a, Op.129: Nicht Zu Schnell
5. Vc Con in a, Op.129: Langsam
6. Vc Con in a, Op.129: Sehr Lebhaft

Track Listings:

1. Quartet in E Flat for Piano Violin Viola & Cello
2. Resurrexi and Other Works by Gerald Near
3. Robert Volkmann: Piano Trios, Opp. 3 & 5
4. Robert Volkmann: String Quartets Nos. 1 & 4
5. San Marco 1527-1740
6. Scarlatti: Sonatas/Handel: Suite No.7 In G Minor/Chaconne No.1 In G Major
7. Secret Whispers
8. Sergei Rachmaninov: The Complete Solo Piano Music, Volume 3
9. Sibelius: Symphonies Nos. 1 & 3
10. Spohr: Violin Concertos Nos. 3 & 6

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