DEBUT ALBUM FEATURED IN STRINGS MAGAZINE

THE CONVERSATION

French cellist Juliette Herlin’s ‘Dialogue’ taps into Debussy and Schumann

By Greg Cahill

“The goal was simple enough: Rising star cellist Juliette Herlin set out to record an album that invites listeners to explore the subtle connections between the music of Romantic-era giants. Robert Schumann and Claude Debussy, whose works, the liner notes to Dialogue (Orchid Music) point out, “though separated by time and geography, share a profound musical intimacy. Drawing on both composers’ affinity for the art song and the expressive possibilities of the cello, Dialogue offers a unique perspective on these enduring masterpieces.”

Mission accomplished.

Herlin, 34, accompanied by the sublime pianist Kevin Ahfat, alternates the works to give the listener the sense that these legendary composers are, indeed, engaged in a nuanced musical conversation. […] Along the way, Herlin and Ahfat demonstrate just how richly rewarding a cello and piano pairing can be. […] Strings asked Herlin about the recording of her impressive debut album.”

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