Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Pierre Fournier, one of the most celebrated cellists of the 20th century, with this comprehensive collection spanning over six hours. Released in 2010 by Warner Classics, "Icon: Pierre Fournier" is a testament to Fournier's virtuosity and artistic depth, featuring a vast repertoire of classical masterpieces.
This meticulously curated box set includes 80 tracks, showcasing Fournier's unparalleled skill and musicality across a diverse range of compositions. From the romantic intensity of Schumann's Cello Concerto in A Minor to the lyrical beauty of Dvořák's Cello Concerto in B Minor, each piece is performed with Fournier's signature precision and expressive power.
The album also features collaborations with renowned pianists and orchestras, highlighting Fournier's ability to blend seamlessly with other musicians. Notable works include Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, Tchaikovsky's Variations on a Rococo Theme, and Beethoven's Cello Sonatas, each offering a unique glimpse into Fournier's interpretive genius.
Fournier's career spanned over five decades, during which he became known for his refined technique and profound musical insights. This collection not only celebrates his legacy but also provides a rich tapestry of classical music that will captivate both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're exploring the intricate nuances of Schubert's Arpeggione Sonata or the dramatic flair of Saint-Saëns' Cello Concerto No. 1, "Icon: Pierre Fournier" is a treasure trove of musical excellence that stands as a lasting tribute to the artist's enduring impact on the world of classical music.
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 Léon Marie Fournier, the French cellist renowned as the "aristocrat of cellists," captivated audiences worldwide with his elegant musicianship and majestic sound. Born in Paris in 1906, Fournier's lyrical playing and aristocratic bearing made him one of the most celebrated string artists of the 20th century. His career spanned successful concert tours and chamber music performances, earning him a stellar reputation across Europe. Fournier's noble and elegant demeanor was reflected in his music-making, making him a true gentleman of the cello. His legacy endures as a testament to his unparalleled artistry and charm.
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