Christian-Pierre La Marca's poignant album, 'Wonderful World', is a masterful convergence of art and activism, as the renowned cellist brings attention to the pressing issue of environmental preservation. This thought-provoking project, released on 22 October 2021 via the Naive label, showcases La Marca's versatility as he seamlessly blends classical, neo-classical, world music, and jazz elements across 29 tracks.
Featuring an array of beautiful arrangements, including 'Après un rêve', 'Over the Rainbow', and 'What a Wonderful World', La Marca's cello playing is reminiscent of the human voice, with its expressive melodic lines, flexibility, and lyrical intensity. The album's duration of 1 hour and 54 minutes is a testament to La Marca's dedication to his craft and his passion for raising awareness about the importance of protecting our planet.
With 'Wonderful World', Christian-Pierre La Marca invites listeners to appreciate the beauty of our world while acknowledging the dangers that threaten it. Through his music, he aims to awaken consciences and inspire sensitivity, rather than simply convincing or mobilising people. The result is a powerful and emotive album that will resonate with fans of classical music and beyond.
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Tracks
Après un rêve - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
Over the Rainbow - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
HabaneraChristian-Pierre La Marca, Michel Portal, Baptiste Trotignon
4 Lieder - Arr. for Voice, Cello & Piano by Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Sabine Devieilhe, Nathanaël Gouin
Lost in the Stars - Arr. by Thomas Enhco & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Thomas Enhco
Guys and Dolls - Arr. for Voice, Cello & Piano by Thierry Escaich, Christian-Pierre La Marca & Patricia PetibonChristian-Pierre La Marca, Patricia Petibon, Thierry Escaich
Summertime - Arr. by Christian-Pierre La Marca & Baptiste TrotignonChristian-Pierre La Marca, Baptiste Trotignon
The HoursChristian-Pierre La Marca, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
Four CitiesChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
Four CitiesChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
Prelude (Of Wind and Water) - Arr. for Cello & Piano by Thomas EnhcoChristian-Pierre La Marca, Thomas Enhco
The Bohemian Forest - Version for Cello & Piano by Antonín DvořákChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
Alfonsina y el mar - Arr. by Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Félicien Brut, Edouard Macarez
The Tale of Tsar Saltan - Arr. for Cello & Piano by Orfeo MandozziChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
La rosa y el sauce - Arr. by Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
Le carnaval des animauxChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
You Want My Money - Arr. by Nili Hadida, Benjamin Cotto & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Lilly Wood and The Prick
Moon River - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
I giorni - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
Las cuatro estaciones porteñas - Arr. for Cello, Accordion, Double Bass & Piano by Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Félicien Brut, Edouard Macarez
Awake of Nature (improvisation)Christian-Pierre La Marca, Patricia Petibon, Thierry Escaich
Wintermusik - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
Between Man and Nature (improvisation)Christian-Pierre La Marca, Patricia Petibon, Thierry Escaich
Six Morceaux pour piano - Arr. for Cello & Piano by Viktor KubatskyChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin
Celtic ValseChristian-Pierre La Marca, Michel Portal, Baptiste Trotignon
Brian Boru RenaissanceChristian-Pierre La Marca, Patricia Petibon, Thierry Escaich
From Jewish Life - Arr. by Christopher PalmerChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris
Fly - Arr. for Cello & Piano by Baptiste Trotignon & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Baptiste Trotignon
What a Wonderful World - Arr. by Stéphane Gassot & Christian-Pierre La MarcaChristian-Pierre La Marca, Nathanaël Gouin, Members of the Orchestre de Paris