The ancient origins of the modern cello came from India and the Far East, arriving in Europe through Arab trade routes. By the time of the instrument's advanced construction in the mid-18th century, the greater volume of sound and versatility that could be achieved contributed to it's development both as a solo and an ensemble instrument. People often cite the cello as their favorite string instrument on account of it's similarity to the human voice, the warmth of tone, the dramatic quality of the upper register and the instrument's directness of communication. All of these unique qualities are represented by the works in this essential collection.

Tracklist:

Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007 Johann Sebastian Bach
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. Prelude
Carnival of the Animals: XIII. Le Cygne (The Swan) (Arr. P. Vidal for Cello and Orchestra)
Concerto for 2 Cellos in G Minor, RV 531
Concerto for 2 Cellos in G Minor, RV 531: I. Allegro
Arpeggione Sonata in a Minor, D. 821
Arpeggione Sonata in a Minor, D. 821: II. Adagio
Cello Sonata No. 3 in a Major, Op. 69
Cello Sonata No. 3 in a Major, Op. 69: II. Scherzo: Allegro Molto
Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. Viib:1
Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. Viib:1: I. Moderato
5 StÃ¼cke Im Volkston (5 Pieces in Folk Style), Op. 102 (Version for Cello and Piano)
5 StÃ¼cke Im Volkston (5 Pieces in Folk Style), Op. 102 (Version for Cello and Piano): No.
Mit Humor
3 Songs, Op. 7: No.
Apres Un RÃªve (Arr. P. Casals for Cello and Piano)
Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 19
Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 19: III. Andante
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009
1
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: V. Bourree I and II
Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65
1
Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: II. Scherzo: Allegro Con Brio
1
Allegro Appassionato in B Minor, Op. 43 (Version for Cello and Orchestra)
1
2 Pieces, Op. 20
2 Pieces, Op. 20: II. Serenade Espagnole: Allegretto
1
Piece en Forme de Habanera (Arr. P. Bazelaire)
1
Suite Italienne (Version for Cello and Piano) Igor Stravinsky
Italienne (Version for Cello and Piano): II. Serenata
1
And the Bridge Is Love Howard Goodall - Classical Composer
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85 Edward Elgar - Classical Composer
1
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - Moderato

UPC: 747313817375
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 8.9.19
Format: CD

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