Camille & Julie Berthollet, the extraordinarily talented sisters from the picturesque Rhône-Alpes region in France, return with their third album, "#3," a captivating journey through a diverse range of classical masterpieces. This album showcases the sisters' remarkable versatility and virtuosity, with Camille playing both violin and cello, and Julie on violin and viola. Accompanied by the Appassionato Orchestra and notable musicians such as Mathieu Herzog on viola, Grégoire Dubruel on double bass, and Guillaume Vincent on piano, this album is a testament to their musical prowess and collaborative spirit.
"#3" features a carefully curated selection of 16 tracks, spanning from classical staples to contemporary compositions. The album opens with the lively "Ciocârlia" by Dinicu, followed by Brahms' enchanting "21 Hungarian Dances," and Dvorák's serene "Silent Woods." Paganini's virtuosic "Moto Perpetuo" and "La campanella" are also included, demonstrating the sisters' technical brilliance. The album also features works by Schubert, Bach, Rachmaninov, and even a rendition of "My Way" by Revaud & François, arranged for trio by Camille & Julie Berthollet and Guillaume Vincent.
Released on October 27, 2017, under Warner Classics, "#3" is a celebration of the Berthollet sisters' musical journey. With a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, this album is a delightful blend of classical elegance and contemporary charm, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their music, "#3" offers a rich and engaging listening experience that highlights the sisters' unique artistry and their love for classical music.
Kreisler: 3 Old Viennese Dances: No. 2, LiebesleidFritz Kreisler, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, D. 667 "The Trout": IV. Thema e variazioni. AndanteFranz Schubert, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Grégoire Dubruel, Guillaume Vincent, Mathieu Herzog
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 2 in B Minor, Op. 7: III. Rondo "La campanella" (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Bach, JS / Orch Mahler: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Aria (Orch. Mahler)Johann Sebastian Bach, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Grégoire Dubruel, Mathieu Herzog, Rémi Rière
Rachmaninov: Trio élégiaque No. 1 in G Minor, TN ii/34Sergei Rachmaninoff, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Revaud & François / Transcr Berthollet C, J & Vincent: My Way (Transcr. Berthollet C. & J. & Vincent for Trio)Claude François, Jacques Revaux, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Rachmaninov: 2 Pieces for 6 Hands, TN ii/22: II. Romance in A Major (Andante sostenuto)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent