Cellist Juliette Herlin's debut album 'Dialogue: Debussy & Schumann' presents a powerful exploration of two composers whose artistic kinship has often been overlooked. Herlin, alongside pianist Kevin Ahfat, brings works by Robert Schumann and Claude Debussy together in a fresh light, featuring both original compositions and transcriptions for cello and piano. The album delves into the introspective, lyrical, and fantastical elements that define the musical worlds of both composers, from Schumann's expressive Fantasiestucke and Adagio and Allegro to Debussy's evocative Cello Sonata. The recording illuminates the shared sensibilities of these two masters, whose works have shaped Herlin's own musical identity. The project is not only a personal reflection for Herlin, but also an invitation for listeners to explore the subtle connections between Schumann and Debussy, whose works, 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.01. Juliette Herlin – Liederkreis, Op. 39 No. 1, In der Fremde (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Juliette Herlin)02. Juliette Herlin – Nuit d'étoiles, L. 4 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Juliette Herlin)03. Juliette Herlin – Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano) I. Zart und mit Ausdruck04. Juliette Herlin – Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano) II. Lebhaft, leicht05. Juliette Herlin – Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Version for Cello & Piano) III. Rasch und mit Feuer06. Juliette Herlin – 2 Romances No. 1, L'ame évaporée, L. 79 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Juliette Herlin)07. Juliette Herlin – Liederkreis, Op. 24 No. 9, Mit Myrthen und Rosen (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Juliette Herlin)08. Juliette Herlin – Cello Sonata in D Minor, L. 135 I. Prologue09. Juliette Herlin – Cello Sonata in D Minor, L. 135 II. Sérénade10. Juliette Herlin – Cello Sonata in D Minor, L. 135 III. Finale11. Juliette Herlin – Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70 (Version for Cello & Piano) I. Langsam, mit innigem Ausdruck12. Juliette Herlin – Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70 (Version for Cello & Piano) II. Rasch und feurig13. Juliette Herlin – Beau soir, L. 6 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Juliette Herlin)14. Juliette Herlin – Intermezzo, L. 27 (Version for Cello & Piano)15. Juliette Herlin – 3 Romanzen, Op. 94 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Anonymous) No. 1, Nicht schnell16. Juliette Herlin – 3 Romanzen, Op. 94 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Anonymous) No. 2, Einfach, innig17. Juliette Herlin – 3 Romanzen, Op. 94 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Anonymous) No. 3, Nicht schnell18. Juliette Herlin – Rêverie, L. 68 (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Ferdinando Ronchini)13222990066/104.28.159.215