Immerse yourself in the masterful artistry of Pierre Fournier, one of the most celebrated cellists of the 20th century, with this comprehensive 7CD collection. "Icon: Pierre Fournier" is a testament to his unparalleled skill and deep musicality, featuring a rich repertoire that spans the works of musical giants from different eras.
This meticulously curated compilation includes iconic pieces such as Schumann's Cello Concerto in A Minor, Tchaikovsky's Variations on a Rococo Theme, and Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello. Fournier's renditions of these works are marked by their technical precision and profound interpretive depth, showcasing his ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of each composition.
The album also features lesser-known but equally captivating pieces, such as Schubert's Arpeggione Sonata and Poulenc's Cello Sonata, demonstrating Fournier's versatility and mastery over a wide range of styles. His performances of Beethoven's Cello Sonatas are particularly noteworthy, highlighting his ability to convey both the structural integrity and the expressive richness of these timeless works.
Accompanied by the renowned Eugène Bigot and other esteemed musicians, Fournier's performances are brought to life with sensitivity and virtuosity. The collection spans over six hours of music, offering a comprehensive overview of Fournier's artistry and his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
Released by Warner Classics, this box set is a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience the genius of Pierre Fournier, whose recordings continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Sir Malcolm Sargent, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. LangsamRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Sir Malcolm Sargent, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: III. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Sir Malcolm Sargent, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 33Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Sir Malcolm Sargent, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Philharmonia Orchestra
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Pierre Fournier, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Pierre Fournier, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, Op. 102: III. Vivace non troppoJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Pierre Fournier, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Walter Susskind, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Walter Susskind, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Molto allegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Walter Susskind, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 33Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pierre Fournier - Eugène Bigot - Orch Colonne Paris, Eugène Bigot, Orchestre Colonne
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: I. Allegro moderatoJoseph Haydn, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Pierre Fournier/Philharmonia Orchestra/Rafael Kubelík, Rafael Kubelík, Philharmonia Orchestra
Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: I. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Pierre Fournier - Jean Hubeau
Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Pierre Fournier - Jean Hubeau
Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: III. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, Pierre Fournier - Jean Hubeau
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: I. Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier - Babeth Leonet
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: II. Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier - Babeth Leonet
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: III. Rasch und mit Feuer (Cello Version)Robert Schumann, Pierre Fournier - Babeth Leonet, Babeth Léonet
Poulenc: Cello Sonata, FP 143: I. Allegro - Tempo di marciaFrancis Poulenc, Pierre Fournier - Jacques Février, Jacques Février
Poulenc: Cello Sonata, FP 143: II. CavatineFrancis Poulenc, Pierre Fournier - Jacques Février, Jacques Février
Poulenc: Cello Sonata, FP 143: III. BallabileFrancis Poulenc, Pierre Fournier - Jacques Février, Jacques Février
Poulenc: Cello Sonata, FP 143: IV. FinaleFrancis Poulenc, Pierre Fournier - Jacques Février, Jacques Février
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 5 No. 1: I. Adagio sostenuto - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 5 No. 1: II. Rondo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 5 No. 2: I. (a) Adagio sostenuto ed espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 5 No. 2: I. (b) Allegro molto più tosto prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 5 No. 2: II. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: I. Allegro ma non tantoLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: II. ScherzoLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: III. Adagio cantabile - Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Schumann: 12 Klavierstücke für kleine und große Kinder, Op. 85: No. 12, AbendliedRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier - Pellas-Lenom
Brahms: 6 Lieder, Op. 86: II. Feldeinsamkeit "Ich ruhe still im hohen grünen Gras" (Langsam)Johannes Brahms, Pierre Fournier - Pellas-Lenom
Rubinstein: 2 Melodies for Piano, Op. 3: I. Moderato assai in F Major (Arr. for Cello and Piano by David Popper)Anton Rubinstein, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102 No. 1: I. Andante - Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102 No. 1: II. Adagio - Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: II. Adagio con molto sentimento d'affettoLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Pierre Fournier/Artur Schnabel
Bach, JS: Organ Concerto No. 3 in C Major, BWV 594: II. Recitativ. Adagio (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Haydn: Andantino e Tempo di minuetto, for Cello and Double Bass: II. Tempo di MinuettoJoseph Haydn, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Schumann: 12 Klavierstücke für kleine und große Kinder, Op. 85: No. 12, AbendliedRobert Schumann, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Weber: Violin Sonata in D Minor, J. 101: II. Rondo (Presto)Carl Maria von Weber, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Fauré: Élégie, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Pierre Fournier, Gerald Moore
Fauré: Piano Quartet No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 45: I. Allegro molto moderatoGabriel Fauré, Marguerite Long - Pierre Fournier - Jacques Thibaud - Maurice Vieux, Jacques Thibaud, Maurice Vieux, Pierre Fournier
Fauré: Piano Quartet No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 45: II. Allegro moltoGabriel Fauré, Marguerite Long - Pierre Fournier - Jacques Thibaud - Maurice Vieux, Jacques Thibaud, Maurice Vieux, Pierre Fournier
Pierre Fournier, the French cellist renowned for his elegant tone and impeccable musicianship, was a true aristocrat of the strings. Born Pierre Léon Marie Fournier in 1906, he earned the moniker "the aristocrat of cellists" for his majestic sound and refined playing style. Fournier's recordings, such as his performances of the Dvořák Concerto, are celebrated for their beauty and technical prowess. His legacy continues to inspire, with the Pierre Fournier Award honoring young cellists who embody his artistic spirit. Beyond his musical contributions, Fournier's influence extends to the visual arts, with notable portraits like his 1966 photograph of Marianne Faithfull. Fournier's impact on classical and chamber music is enduring, making him a beloved figure in the world of music.
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