Description
Saint-Saëns: L'Oeuvre Pour Violoncelle Et Orchestre - Dominique De Williencourt, Orchestre Philharmonique De Monte-Carlo, Direction: Pascal Verrot / Arion Audio CD 1998 / ARN 68347
UPC 3325480683473
Product Details
- Label: Arion – ARN 68347
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: France
- Released: 1998
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Romantic
- UPC: 3325480683473
Description
Immerse yourself in the lush Romantic landscapes of Camille Saint-Saëns with the album "L'Oeuvre Pour Violoncelle Et Orchestre." This exquisite collection, performed by the virtuosic cellist Dominique De Williencourt and the esteemed Orchestre Philharmonique De Monte-Carlo under the baton of Pascal Verrot, showcases the composer's profound contributions to the cello repertoire. The album, released in 1998 by Arion, captures the essence of the Romantic era through Saint-Saëns' emotionally charged and melodically rich compositions.
Track List
- Concerto Pour Violoncelle Et Orchestre N°1 En La Mineur, Op.33Allegro Ma Non Tropo – 5:46
- Allegro Appassionato E Si Mineur, Op. 43 – 5:56
- Concerto Pour Violoncelle Et Orchestre N°2 En Ré Mineur, Op.119Allegro Moderato E Maestoso – 11:31
- Le Cygne – 2:53
- Suite Pour Violoncelle Et Orchestre, Op. 16Prélude – 1:56
Interesting
Camille Saint-Saëns, a child prodigy turned influential composer, was a central figure in the French Romantic movement. His works are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and technical mastery. Saint-Saëns was a pioneer in symphonic poems and his compositions often featured innovative orchestration. His friendship with Franz Liszt and admiration from contemporaries like Wagner underscored his significance in the music world. The cello concertos and other pieces featured on this album are a testament to his enduring legacy.
Key Credits
- Cello: Dominique De Williencourt
- Composed By: Camille Saint-Saëns
- Conductor: Pascal Verrot
- Orchestra: Orchestre Philharmonique De Monte-Carlo
- Producer, Engineer: Pierre Verany
