"Play It Again - Cello Encores" is a captivating classical album released on March 20, 2015, under the Treasure Island label. This exquisite collection features Maurice Ravel alongside other renowned composers such as Gabriel Fauré, Camille Saint-Saëns, Davidov, Janácek, Busoni, and Albeniz. The album spans a diverse range of styles within the classical genre, including classical piano and neoclassical, offering a rich and varied listening experience.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, the album comprises 12 tracks, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the lively "Hungarian Rhapsody" by Popper to the serene "The Swan" by Saint-Saëns, and the passionate "Malaguena" by Albeniz, the album showcases a blend of technical brilliance and emotional depth. The inclusion of pieces like "Adagio & Allegro" by Schumann adds a touch of romanticism, while Ravel's own "Pièce En Forme De Habanera" brings a unique, rhythmic flair.
This album is a testament to the timeless appeal of classical music, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers a chance to appreciate the intricate artistry of these compositions. Whether you're in the mood for something lively or contemplative, "Play It Again - Cello Encores" promises a delightful journey through the world of classical cello encores.
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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