Pierre Fournier – Dvorak / Elgar: Cello Concertos (1988/2017) [Official Digital Download 24bit/192kHz]

Pierre Fournier – Dvorak / Elgar: Cello Concertos (1988/2017)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 01:04:51 minutes | 2,48 GB | Genre: Classical
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Digital Booklet, Front Cover | © Deutsche Grammophon (DG)

There are quite a few amazing performances out there regarding the Dvorak concerto. However, my first experience with Fournier`s really captivated me. It ranks right up there with DuPre/Chicago on EMI (mid 1970`s) and Casals/Czech on EMI (late 1930`s).

The first movement is brilliant, with a beautifully mournful trumpet solo about two minutes in. Very nice sound in this Galleria mid-priced cd, with an attractive cover as well. This performance easily ranks in the top five concerning the Dvorak piece.

Although not as impressive as the Dvorak, Fournier does a commendable job with the Elgar. It is not my first choice – yes, yes, I know all about the famous DuPre/Barbirolli tandem- but this recording does offer a generous coupling without giving up any quality.

Tracklist:

1-1. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto In B Minor, Op.104, B.191 : 1. Allegro (14:51)
1-2. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto In B Minor, Op.104, B.191 : 2. Adagio ma non troppo (11:30)
1-3. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto In B Minor, Op.104, B.191 : 3. Finale (Allegro moderato) (12:23)
1-4. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto in E minor, Op.85 : 1. Adagio – Moderato (07:06)
1-5. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto in E minor, Op.85 : 2. Lento – Allegro molto (04:22)
1-6. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto in E minor, Op.85 : 3. Adagio (04:12)
1-7. Pierre Fournier – Cello Concerto in E minor, Op.85 : 4. Allegro (10:25)

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