: Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) () : Sonata Nr 1 In F Major Op.5 (1796) (20:40) : Sonata Nr 2 In G Minor Op.5 (1796) (24:17) : Sonata Nr 3 In A Major Op.69(1807/8) (27:29) : Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) () : Sonata Nr.4 In C Major Op.102 No1 (1815) (15:26) : Sonata Nr.5 In D Major Op.102 No.2(1815) (19:46) 2-4: I.Adagio Con Molto Sentimiento D'Affetto(Attacca) II.Allegro-Allegro Fugato (13:03) 2-5: 7 Variationen Es-Dur / E Flat Major Uber Mozart's Duett Aus Der Zauberflote "Bei Mannem Welche Liebe Funlen" WoO 46(1801?) (9:32) 2-6: 12 Variationen G-Dur / G Major Uber Ein Thema Aus Handel's "J.Maccabaus" "See The Conquring Hero Comes" WoO 45(1796?) (12:30) 2-7: 12 Variationen F-Dur ?F Major Uber Mozart's Thema Aus Der Zauberflote "Ein Madchen Oder Weibchen" Op.66(1798?) (9:50) : Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello No1 In E Minor Op.38(1862-1865) (24:10) 3-2: Allegretto Quasi Minuetto (5:00) 3-3: Allegro (6:00) : Franz Schubert (1797-1828) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello In B Flat Major Op.8(1899) (27:52) 3-5: I.Adagio(Attacca) II.Allegretto (12:07) : Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello No2 In F major Op.99(1886) (26:26) 3-7: Adagio Affettuoso (6:55) 3-8: Allegro Passionato (6:04) 3-9: Allegro Molto (4:28) : Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violin No 1 In G Major Op.78(1878-1979) (27:42) 4-2: Adagio (7:31) 4-3: Allegro Molto Moderato (8:44) : Ernst V.Dohnanyi (1877-1960) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello In B Flat Major Op.8 (1899) (27:52) 4-5: Scherzo:Vivace Assai (5:22) 4-6: Adagio Non Troppo-Tema Con Variazioni (2:58) 4-7: Tema: Allegro Moderato (0:57) 4-8: Var 1 (0:36) 4-9: Var 2 (1:08) 4-10: Var 3 (1:17) 4-11: Var 4 (0:58) 4-12: Var 5 (1:01) 4-13: Var 6 (0:56) 4-14: Var 7 (0:55) 4-15: Var 8 (1:07) 4-16: Var 9 (1:35) : Robert Fuchs (1864-1927) () : Fantasia For Violoncello And Piano Op.78 (12:53) 4-18: No 5 G Minor (3:41) 4-19: No 6 C Minor (3:19) 4-20: No 7 G Major (2:18) : Felix Mendelssohn Bartoldy (1809-1847) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello In B Flat Major Op.45(1848) (23:47) 5-2: Andante (5:39) 5-3: Allegretto (6:03) : Robert Schumann () : Stucke Im Volkston Fur Violoncell Op.102(1849) (14:48) 5-5: Langsam (3:33) 5-6: Nicht Zu Schnell,Mit Viel Ton (3:34) 5-7: Nicht Zu Rasch (1:50) 5-8: Stark Und Markiert (2:44) : Felix Mendelssohn Bartoldy (1809-1847) () : Sonata For Pianoforte And Violoncello No 2 In D Major Op.58(1843) (23:22) 5-10: Allegretto Scherzando (5:00) 5-11: Adagio(Attacca) (3:59) 5-12: Molto Allegro Vivace (6:56) : Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) () : Sonata For Piano And Violoncello In G minor Op.65(1845-1846) (23:01) 6-2: Scherzo:Allegro Con Brio (4:23) 6-3: Largo (3:43) 6-4: Finale:Allegro (5:50) : Cesar Franck (1822-1890) () : Sonata For Violin And Piano In A Major(1886) (26:39) 6-6: Allegro (7:39) 6-7: Recitativo-Fantasia (6:57) 6-8: Allegretto Pocco Mosso (6:19) : Edward Grieg (1843-1907) () : Sonata For Piano And Violoncello In A minor Op.36 (26:25) 6-10: Allegro Molto Tranquillo (5:52) 6-11: Allegro-Allegro Molto E Marcato (11:40) : Richard Strauss (1864-1949) () : Sonata For Piano And Violoncello In F Major Op.6(1880-81,rev.1882-3) (22:47) 7-2: Andante Ma Non Troppo (6:06) 7-3: Finale:Allegro Vive (7:41) : Alex Pfitzner (1869-1949) () : Sonata For Piano And Violoncello In F Sharp Minor Op.1(1890) (27:12) 7-5: Sehr Langsam Und Breit (6:35) 7-6: So Schnell Als Moglich,Durchweg Pp (2:34) 7-7: Nicht Zu Schnell,Mit Humor (7:52) : Leos Janacek (1854-1928) () : Pohadka'(Marchen/Tale)Fur Cello Und Klavier(1910,rev.1923) (11:38) 7-9: Con Moto-Adagio (4:00) 7-10: Allegro (2:33) 7-11: Presto For Cello And Piano(1910) (2:12)
Extra-Infos:
Works By Beethoven/ Brahms/ Schubert/ Dohnanyi/ Mendelssohn
Description:
? 1992 ? 2011 DIVOX AG (Disc 4 licensed by Beoton)
Made in Germany
Total Time: 8h 03'
"Cello Jewels" is an audio CD that presents the cello in all its expressive breadth, interpreted with exceptional sensitivity by Esther Nyffenegger, accompanied at the piano by Gérard Wyss. The album focuses on lyrical, melodically rich works that highlight the singing quality of the cello, from intimate, contemplative pieces to emotionally charged virtuoso movements. Nyffenegger's warm tone and refined phrasing are complemented by Wyss's nuanced and highly attentive piano playing, resulting in a dialogue that feels chamber-musical and deeply personal. Listeners can expect a sound world that ranges from tender cantilenas and quiet inwardness to powerful climaxes, always with great stylistic clarity and emotional depth. The carefully curated selection of works on "Cello Jewels" is ideal both for connoisseurs of classical cello repertoire and for listeners discovering the instrument's poetic side for the first time.
Divox, the label behind this production, is known for its dedication to high-quality classical recordings with an audiophile claim and a strong artistic profile. The company focuses in particular on finely produced chamber music and solo recordings, often highlighting distinctive artists and thoughtfully conceived programs rather than mainstream blockbusters. With meticulous production standards and a preference for natural, transparent sound, Divox has earned a solid reputation among classical music lovers who appreciate artistic integrity and a carefully crafted listening experience.
Swiss cellist Esther Nyffenegger has been recognized for her refined musicality, her noble sound and her deep understanding of chamber music. Throughout her career she has devoted herself especially to repertoire that brings out the intimate and lyrical sides of the cello, often working closely with pianists and other chamber partners in carefully chosen programs. Her interpretations are characterized by a balanced blend of technical assurance and emotional sincerity, with a strong emphasis on a singing, natural phrasing.
Pianist Gérard Wyss is valued as a sensitive partner in chamber music and as a subtle song accompanist. His playing combines clarity of articulation with a great feeling for musical structure and color, making him an ideal collaborator in projects such as "Cello Jewels." He has performed with numerous distinguished instrumentalists and singers and is appreciated for his ability to support and enhance his partners without ever dominating the musical conversation. Together, Nyffenegger and Wyss create on this CD a finely balanced, intimate musical portrait of the cello and its "jewels" in the classical repertoire.