FLAC tracks +Booklet | Classical | 01:16:16 | 1CD | 300 MbThe ancient origins of the modern cello came from India and the Far East, arriving in Europe through Arab trade routes.

By the time of the instrument’s advanced construction in the mid-18th century, the greater volume of sound and versatility that could be achieved contributed to its development both as a solo and an ensemble instrument.

People often cite the cello as their favorite string instrument on account of its similarity to the human voice, the warmth of tone, the dramatic quality of the upper register and the instrument’s directness of communication.

All of these unique qualities are represented by the works in this essential collection.

Tracklist:01. Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. Prelude02. Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: XIII. The Swan (Arr. P. Vidal for Cello & Orchestra)03. Concerto for 2 Cellos in G Minor, RV 531: I. Allegro04. Arpeggione Sonata in A Minor, D. 821: II. Adagio05. Cello Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69: II. Scherzo. Allegro molto06. Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob.VIIb:1: I. Moderato07. 5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102: No. 1, Mit Humor08. Après un rêve, Op. 7 No. 1 (Arr. P. Casals for Cello & Piano)09. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 19: III. Andante10. Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: V. Bourrees I & II11. Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: II. Scherzo. Allegro con brio12. Allegro appassionato in B Minor, Op. 43, R. 119 (Version for Cello & Orchestra)13. 2 Pieces, Op. 20: No. 2, Serenade espagnole. Allegretto14. Vocalise-étude en forme de Habanera in G Minor, M. 51 (Arr. P. Bazelaire for Cello & Piano)15. Suite italienne: II. Serenata (Version for Cello & Piano)16. And the Bridge Is Love17. Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio-Moderato