Irvine Barclay Theatre: Jean-Yves Thibaudet and Gautier Capuçon

Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano
Gautier Capuçon, cello

Program

SCHUMANN: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73
BRAHMS: Sonata for Cello and Piano No. 1 in E minor, Op. 38
DEBUSSY: Sonata for Cello and Piano in D minor
SHOSTAKOVICH: Sonata for Cello and Piano in D minor op. 40

Musical fireworks abound as two French virtuosos collaborate in a showcase of exhilarating musicality. Praised for his “mellifluous tones” (The Times), acclaimed cellist Gautier Capuçon is lauded “among the greatest of cellists” (The Arts Desk). Capuçon joins forces with two-time Grammy-nominated pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, who is widely regarded as “the most soulful of players” (Gramophone).

"Jean-Yves Thibaudet played the extensive piano part with extraordinary dexterity and riveting forcefulness, as well as with enthusiasm and captivating wit." —Classical Source

"Capuçon shaped long phrases as if he were a singer whose breath never needed topping up." —The Guardian