Jacqueline du Pré's exquisite artistry is on full display in her digital collection, Joy of the Cello. This magnificent album, released on 3 June 2022, showcases her mastery of the cello, with a wide-ranging repertoire that spans the works of Elgar, Brahms, Schumann, and Dvořák, amongst others. Featuring 43 tracks, including beloved concertos and sonatas, this album is a treasure trove of classical and chamber music.
With the accompaniment of esteemed musicians such as Daniel Barenboim on piano and Gervase de Peyer on clarinet, Jacqueline du Pré's performances are infused with a deep sense of passion and nuance. From the soaring melodies of Elgar's Cello Concerto to the intimate beauty of Brahms' Cello Sonata, every piece is a testament to her technical brilliance and emotional depth.
Remastered in high resolution, Joy of the Cello is a sonic delight, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. At over five hours long, this album is a comprehensive showcase of Jacqueline du Pré's remarkable talent, and a must-have for fans of classical music. Released on the Warner Classics label, Joy of the Cello is a celebration of the cello's expressive possibilities, and a fitting tribute to one of the instrument's most beloved virtuosos.
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - SchnellerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Delius: Cello Concerto: V. AllegramenteFrederick Delius, Jacqueline du Pré, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: No. 2, Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Fauré: Élégie in C Minor, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Bruch: Kol Nidrei, Op. 47Max Bruch, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1 "Ghost": I. Allegro vivace con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 5 in D Major, Op. 70 No. 1 "Ghost": III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: III. Finale. Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70 No. 2: I. Poco sostenuto - Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 11 "Gassenhauer": II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Gervase De Peyer
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99: II. Adagio affettuosoJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Franck / Arr. Delsart: Cello Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim
Bach, JS: Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Jacqueline du Pré, Roy Jesson
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jacqueline du Pré
Von Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: SicilienneMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: I. ModeratoJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb:1: III. Allegro moltoJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: I. Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: II. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Boccherini / Arr. Grützmacher: Cello Concerto in B-Flat Major, G. 482: II. Adagio non troppoLuigi Boccherini, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Song Without Words in D Major, Op. 109, MWV Q34Felix Mendelssohn, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 7 in B-Flat Major, Op. 97 "Archduke": I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: Cello Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Stephen Kovacevich
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo. Allegro - CadenzaJoseph Haydn, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Monn: Cello Concerto in G Minor: I. AllegroGeorg Matthias Monn, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Valda Aveling
Von Paradis: Sicilienne (Arr. Dushkin for Cello and Piano) [Alternate Version]Maria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Brahms: Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Gervase De Peyer
Falla / Arr. Maréchal: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 4, JotaManuel de Falla, Jacqueline du Pré, John C. Williams
Handel / Arr. Slatter: Cello Sonata in G Minor: III. Sarabande (After Oboe Concerto No. 3, HWV 287)George Frideric Handel, Jacqueline du Pré, Ernest Lush
Dvořák: From the Bohemian Forest, Op. 68: No. 5, Silent Woods, B. 182 (Version for Cello and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Jacqueline du Pré, born in Oxford in 1945, was a British cellist whose extraordinary talent and passionate performances left an indelible mark on the classical music world. Recognized as a child prodigy, she began playing the cello at the age of four, showcasing a natural gift that would soon captivate audiences worldwide. Du Pré's career soared with her renowned recordings, notably the Elgar Cello Concerto, and her collaborations with her husband, the renowned pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim. Her emotive interpretations and technical brilliance made her performances unforgettable. Tragically, du Pré's life was cut short by multiple sclerosis, passing away in 1987 at the age of 42. Her legacy endures, inspiring generations of musicians and music lovers alike with her profound musicality and deeply moving artistry.
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