Gautier Capuçon's 'Emotions' is a masterfully curated collection of classical and chamber music pieces, released on 6 November 2020 via Warner Classics. This exquisite album showcases Capuçon's technical prowess and emotional depth, as he navigates a diverse range of compositions. From the serene beauty of Debussy's 'Clair de lune' and Satie's 'Gymnopédie No. 1', to the dramatic intensity of Dvorák's 'Song to the Moon' and Tchaikovsky's 'Valse sentimentale', each piece is meticulously orchestrated by Ducros, highlighting Capuçon's expressive playing style.
The album's 17-track journey, spanning 1 hour and 17 minutes, also features stunning arrangements of beloved classics, including Schubert's 'Ave Maria', Fauré's 'Pavane', and Elgar's 'Nimrod'. Additionally, Capuçon's own transcription of Monti's 'Csárdás' demonstrates his technical virtuosity, while his rendition of Cohen's 'Hallelujah' showcases his ability to convey profound emotion.
With 'Emotions', Gautier Capuçon invites listeners to immerse themselves in a world of beauty and feeling, where the boundaries between classical and contemporary music are effortlessly blurred. The result is a captivating and deeply moving listening experience, one that will resonate with fans of chamber music and classical enthusiasts alike.
Monnot / Orch. Ducros: Hymne à l'amourMarguerite Monnot, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Debussy / Orch. Ducros: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Dvorák: Rusalka, Op. 114, B. 203, Act I: Song to the MoonAntonín Dvořák, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Richter: The Leftovers: She RemembersMax Richter, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Tchaikovsky / Orch. Ducros: 6 Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, Valse sentimentalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Schubert / Orch. Ducros: Ave Maria, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839Franz Schubert, Gautier Capuçon, Maitrise Notre-Dame De Paris, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Satie / Orch. Ducros: Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Fauré / Orch. Ducros: Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: 6 Gesänge, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des GesangesFelix Mendelssohn, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Albinoni, Giazotto / Orch. Ducros: Adagio in G MinorRemo Giazotto, Tomaso Albinoni, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Cohen / Orch. Ducros: HallelujahLeonard Cohen, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Einaudi: Una mattinaLudovico Einaudi, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Elgar / Orch. Ducros: Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": IX. NimrodEdward Elgar, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Chen / Orch. Ducros: You and MeQigang Chen, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Nyman: The Heart Asks Pleasure FirstMichael Nyman, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Piazzolla / Orch. Ducros: OblivionAstor Piazzolla, Gautier Capuçon, Adrien Perruchon, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Joplin: The EntertainerScott Joplin, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Gautier Capuçon is a renowned French cellist, celebrated for his charismatic performances and enchanting interpretations of both classical and modern repertoire. Born in Chambéry in 1981, Capuçon began his musical journey at the tender age of four and a half, quickly demonstrating his prodigious talent. He is the younger brother of acclaimed violinist Renaud Capuçon, and together, they are permanent fixtures at France's Bastille Day celebrations.
Capuçon's career is marked by numerous awards and collaborations with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and conductors. He performs internationally, captivating audiences with his deep musicality and technical virtuosity. His discography, available on platforms like Spotify, showcases his versatility and artistic depth, with a catalog that includes works recorded for Warner Classics and Deutsche Grammophon.
In addition to his performing career, Gautier Capuçon is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians. He founded the Classe d'Excellence de Violoncelle in 2014, a project that selects six talented young cellists from around the world for an intensive program of study and performance. Furthermore, his Fondation Gautier Capuçon supports young string players and pianists, reflecting his dedication to musical education and community engagement.
Capuçon plays a 1701 Matteo Goffriller cello named 'L'Ambassadeur,' an instrument that adds a rich, resonant voice to his performances. Whether on stage with leading orchestras or in intimate chamber music settings, Gautier Capuçon's artistry continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
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