Jacqueline du Pré's exquisite album, "Le cygne / The Swan" - Sicilienne, Élégie & Other Cello Favourites, is a masterful collection of classical and chamber music pieces that showcase her incredible talent. Released on 24 March 2025 via Warner Classics, this 1 hour and 47-minute album is a treasure trove of beloved cello works.
Featuring an array of iconic compositions, including Saint-Saëns' "Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygne", Von Paradis' "Sicilienne", and Elgar's "Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85", this album is a testament to Jacqueline du Pré's technical prowess and emotional depth. Her interpretations of Beethoven's "14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44" and "10 Variations on 'Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu' in G Major, Op. 121a" are particularly noteworthy, demonstrating her remarkable ability to convey the complexity and nuance of these works.
The album also includes stunning performances of Dvořák's "Silent Woods, B. 182" and Tchaikovsky's "Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50", showcasing Jacqueline du Pré's capacity to craft a rich, immersive sound that draws the listener in. Her renditions of Schumann's "Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129" and Saint-Saëns' "Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33" are equally impressive, highlighting her exceptional technical skill and expressive range.
Throughout this album, Jacqueline du Pré's passion and dedication to her craft shine through, making "Le cygne / The Swan" - Sicilienne, Élégie & Other Cello Favourites a must-listen for fans of classical and chamber music. With its diverse range of pieces and Jacqueline du Pré's outstanding performances, this album is sure to delight and inspire, offering a truly unforgettable listening experience.
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Von Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: SicilienneMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
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
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Tema. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation VIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation IXLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Variation XIVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 14 Variations on an Original Theme in E-Flat Major, Op. 44: Coda. Andante - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
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
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (a) Tema con variazioniPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (b) Variation IPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (c) Variation IIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (d) Variation IIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (e) Variation IVPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (f) Variation VPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (g) Variation VIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (h) Variation VIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (i) Variation VIIIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (j) Variation IXPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (k) Variation XPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (l) Variation XIPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (m) Variation XII - Finale & codaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - SchnellerRobert Schumann, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, New Philharmonia Orchestra
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
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Tema. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IVLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation VIIILudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation IXLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
Beethoven: 10 Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" in G Major, Op. 121a: Variation XLudwig van Beethoven, Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman
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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