Benjamin Britten: Suites for Solo Cello

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Product Details

This CD features the renowned cellist Jean-Guihen Queyras performing Benjamin Britten's Suites for Solo Cello. The album includes three suites, each a complex and emotionally rich composition showcasing Britten's innovative style and Queyras's virtuosic talent. Recorded under the Harmonia Mundi label, this CD is a part of the "Les Nouveaux Interprètes" series, highlighting the exceptional skills of new generation musicians.

• Artist: Jean-Guihen Queyras
• Composer: Benjamin Britten
• Label: Harmonia Mundi
• Release Year: 1998
• Duration: 64'55"
• Product Code: HMC 901675

Overview

Benjamin Britten's Suites for Solo Cello are a testament to the composer's ingenuity and deep understanding of the cello's capabilities. Composed between 1964 and 1971, these suites are a significant contribution to solo cello repertoire, often compared to the monumental cello suites of J.S. Bach. Jean-Guihen Queyras, with his expressive playing and technical precision, brings a fresh perspective to these masterpieces, delivering performances that resonate with both emotional depth and clarity.

The recording captures the essence of Britten's compositions, from the introspective and contemplative passages to the lively and rhythmic sections. Queyras's interpretation is both modern and respectful of the traditional elements inherent in Britten's music, making this CD an essential addition to the collection of classical music enthusiasts and a valuable resource for students of the cello.

Track Listing

• Suite No. 1, Op. 72
• Suite No. 2, Op. 80
• Suite No. 3, Op. 87

Each suite is divided into several movements, ranging from the solemn "Canto primo" to the spirited "Moto perpetuo," culminating in the profound "Passacaglia" of the third suite.

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