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The Essential Gabriel Schwabe
- 2025
- 18 tracks
- 1 uur, 27 min
- classical
Album Description
Dive into the captivating world of Gabriel Schwabe with "The Essential Gabriel Schwabe," a stunning collection of cello masterpieces set to release on May 28, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label. This album, spanning 1 hour and 27 minutes, showcases Schwabe's extraordinary talent and versatility, featuring a blend of well-known and lesser-heard works that highlight his artistic prowess.
Gabriel Schwabe, a laureate of the Grand Prix Emanuel Feuermann in Berlin and the Concours Rostropovich, brings his unique interpretation to a diverse range of compositions. The album includes works by renowned composers such as Prokofiev, Shostakovich, and Evgeny Kissin, as well as Schwabe's own arrangements and completions. Notable pieces include Prokofiev's Romance in F Major, Op. 36, Shostakovich's Adagio for Cello & Piano, Op. 97bis, and Kissin's Sommerabend.
Throughout the 18 tracks, Schwabe's technical brilliance and expressive depth are on full display. From the lyrical beauty of "The Swan" to the virtuosic demands of "Allegro molto vivace," each piece is performed with a sensitivity and passion that sets Schwabe apart. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that celebrates the timeless appeal of the cello.
Tracks
- Romance in F Major, Op. 36, R. 195 (Version for Cello & Orchestra)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
- II. Intermezzo (Arr. G. Schwabe for Cello & Piano)Robert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- II. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Gabriel Schwabe, Roland Pöntinen
- III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Gabriel Schwabe, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Ward
- No. 1, Sommerabend (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Johannes Brahms, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- I. Andante (Completed by V. Blok)Sergei Prokofiev, Gabriel Schwabe
- No. 2, LangsamRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- XIII. The Swan (Arr. P. Vidal for Cello & Orchestra)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
- III. Allegro molto vivaceZoltán Kodály, Gabriel Schwabe
- Epilogue. Andante tranquilloFrank Bridge, Gabriel Schwabe, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Ward
- II. Allegretto quasi menuettoJohannes Brahms, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- No. 1, Nicht schnellRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- II. Allegro non troppo - Cadenza - Molto allegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
- I. Allegro serioso, non troppoZoltán Kodály, Hellen Weiß, Gabriel Schwabe
- Adagio for Cello & Piano, Op. 97bisSergei Prokofiev, Gabriel Schwabe, Roland Pöntinen
- II. Adagio affettuosoJohannes Brahms, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- I. Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
- IV. RomanceCamille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
About Gabriel Schwabe
Gabriel Schwabe is a renowned German-Spanish cellist who has captivated audiences worldwide with his virtuosic performances and profound musicality. A laureate of three of the world's most prestigious cello competitions, including the Grand Prix Emanuel Feuermann, Schwabe's talent is undeniable. He is not just a performer but also an esteemed educator, holding professorships at the HfMT Cologne, Conservatorium Maastricht, and the Musikhochschule Lübeck. His discography is a testament to his artistry, featuring a range of works that showcase his technical brilliance and emotional depth. When you listen to Gabriel Schwabe, you're not just hearing music; you're experiencing a journey through the soul of the cello. Schwabe plays a exquisite cello by Giuseppe Guarneri, further enhancing the richness of his performances. Offstage, he is married to the accomplished violinist Hellen Weiß, forming a dynamic musical duo. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, Gabriel Schwabe's performances are sure to leave a lasting impression.
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