Fournier: Bach, Kodaly, Schumann, Debussy, Francoeur (DVD)

Pierre Fournier (1906-1985) was renowned for his elegant tone and impeccable musicianship. He was regarded among his contemporaries as a true aristocrat of the cello. In 1959 and 1960, Fournier visited the studios of Radio-Canada in Montreal for two television recitals.
B&W, 76 minutes, 4:3, All regions

Telecast of May 7, 1959
J.S. Bach: Suite for Solo Cello No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009
Kodaly: Sonata for Cello Solo, Op. 8

Telecast of November 22, 1960
Schumann: Adagio and Allegro for Cello and Piano, Op. 70
Debussy: Sonata for Cello and Piano in D minor
Francoeur: Sonata for Cello and Piano in E major

Pierre Fournier, cello
Guy Bourassa, piano