Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Maurice Ravel's "Play It Again - Cello Encores." Released on March 20, 2015, under the Treasure Island label, this captivating album spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, classical piano, and neoclassical, offering a rich and varied listening experience. The album features a collection of well-known and lesser-known pieces, each performed with exquisite skill and sensitivity by Maurice Ravel.
The tracklist includes timeless classics such as "Hungarian Rhapsody" by Popper, "Élégie" by Fauré, and "The Swan" by Saint-Saëns, as well as hidden gems like "Kultaselle" by Busoni and "Malaguena" by Albeniz. Each piece is meticulously crafted, showcasing Ravel's virtuosity and deep understanding of the cello. The album's duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes ensures a satisfying and immersive journey through the world of classical music.
Recorded in September 2015 at the Concert Hall, Wyastone Estate in Monmouth, United Kingdom, the album benefits from the expertise of producer Andrew Keener and Maurice Ravel himself. The recording details highlight the meticulous attention to detail and the high-quality production values that make this album a standout in the classical music genre.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Play It Again - Cello Encores" offers a delightful and enriching experience. Maurice Ravel's masterful performances bring each piece to life, making this album a treasure trove of musical delights that will captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Hungarian Rhapsody, Op.68 - PopperMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Elégie, Op.24 - FauréMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Papillon, Op.77 - FauréMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Après Un Reve, Op.7 - FauréMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
The Swan - Saint-SaensMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Allegro Appassionato, Op.43 - Saint-SaensMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
The Fountain, Op.20 No.2 - DavidovMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Pohádka - JanácekMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Kultaselle - BusoniMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Malaguena - AlbenizMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Pièce En Forme De Habanera - RavelMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans
Adagio & Allegro, Op.70 - SchumannMaurice Ravel, Leoš Janáček, Gabriel Fauré, Isaac Albéniz, Ferruccio Busoni, David Popper, Robert Schumann, Alexander Baillie, Peter Evans