Beethoven: The Five Cello Sonatas; Judas Maccabaeus & Die

Beethoven: The Five Cello Sonatas; Judas Maccabaeus & Die Zauberflöte Variations

These 1970 performances from Jacqueline du PrÃ© with husband Daniel Barenboim on piano are some of the late musician's best. Though Elgar's Cello Concerto is definitely du PrÃ©'s masterpiece, her take on Beethoven's Cello Sonatas are great documents that also stand the test of time. She brings her trademark warmth and a big tone to the works, especially striking in the Rondo of the second of Sonata, where she proves an equal match to her husband's passionate playing. As with many du PrÃ© recordings, there are some inconsistent notes, but the spirit of her playing shines through. Beethoven's cello variations--included here on the tail end of disc 2--are great showpieces for du PrÃ© and an added bonus. --Jason Verlinde
Country USA
Brand EMI CLASSICS
Manufacturer EMI Studio DRM
Binding Audio CD
ReleaseDate 1990-10-25
UnitCount 2
Format Box set
UPCs 077776301525
EANs 0077776301525

Beethoven: The Five Cello Sonatas; Judas Maccabaeus & Die Zauberflöte Variations