Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with the upcoming album "12 Contredanses, Stage Music & Other Works," set to release on January 5, 2025, under UME - Global Clearing House. This comprehensive collection spans a rich tapestry of classical genres, showcasing Beethoven's mastery in symphonies, concertos, string quartets, piano sonatas, and opera. The album features 75 tracks, including iconic works such as the "Missa Solemnis," piano concertos, and the stirring "Egmont" overture, all performed with exquisite precision by the Berliner Philharmoniker.
The album opens with the lively "12 Contredanses," a series of dance pieces that highlight Beethoven's playful and inventive spirit. It then delves into his stage music, including the dramatic "Musik zu einem Ritterballet" and the evocative "Die Ruinen von Athen." The collection also includes some of Beethoven's most celebrated works, such as the "Violin Concerto in D Major" and the monumental "Missa Solemnis," offering a profound exploration of his musical depth and innovation.
Each piece is a testament to Beethoven's enduring influence on classical music, making this album a treasure trove for both seasoned enthusiasts and new listeners alike. Whether you're drawn to the intricate layers of his symphonies, the emotional resonance of his concertos, or the dramatic flair of his stage works, this album promises a captivating journey through the genius of one of history's greatest composers.
Tracks
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4 in B-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 7 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 1, MarschLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 3, Jagdlied. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 1]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 4, Romanze "Minnelied". AndantinoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 2]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 5, Kriegslied. Allegro assai con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 3]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 6, Trinklied. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 4]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 7, Deutscher Tanz. WalzerLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 8, Coda. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Mass In D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 2. Gloria - Allegro vivace: Quoniam tu solus SanctusLudwig van Beethoven, Maria Stader, Marianna Radev, Anton Dermota, Josef Greindl, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin
Mass In D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 2. Gloria - Allegro vivace: "Amen, Amen, in gloria Dei Patris" / "Quoniam tu solus..."Ludwig van Beethoven, Maria Stader, Marianna Radev, Anton Dermota, Josef Greindl, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin
Mass in D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 4. Sanctus - Adagio (Mit Andacht): Pleni sunt coeli et terraLudwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Meyer, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Mass in D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 4. Sanctus - Adagio (Mit Andacht): PraeludiumLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Mass in D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 5. Agnus Dei - Adagio: Dona nobis pacemLudwig van Beethoven, Maria Stader, Marianna Radev, Anton Dermota, Josef Greindl, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin
Mass In D, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / 1. Kyrie - Assai sostenuto (Mit Andacht): Christe eleisonLudwig van Beethoven, Maria Stader, Marianna Radev, Anton Dermota, Josef Greindl, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin
Overture "Coriolan", Op. 62Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro scherzando (Cadenza by Kempff)Ludwig van Beethoven, Wilhelm Kempff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wilhelm Kempff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. Vivace (Cadenza by Kempff)Ludwig van Beethoven, Wilhelm Kempff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: III. Rondo. Allegro (Cadenza by Kempff)Ludwig van Beethoven, Wilhelm Kempff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, Wilhelm Kempff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Schneiderhan, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Schneiderhan, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: I. Kyrie: b. Christe eleisonLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, Christa Ludwig, Fritz Wunderlich, Walter Berry, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Singverein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: c. Quoniam tu solus sanctusLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Singverein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: e. AmenLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, Christa Ludwig, Fritz Wunderlich, Walter Berry, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Michel Schwalbé, Wiener Singverein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: III. Credo: d. Et vitam venturi saeculiLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Singverein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: b. Pleni sunt coeliLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Singverein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: c. PraeludiumLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: V. Agnus Dei: b. Dona nobis pacemLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, Christa Ludwig, Fritz Wunderlich, Walter Berry, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Singverein
March for Military Music in D Major, WoO 22Ludwig van Beethoven, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Ensemble, Hans Priem-Bergrath
March for Military Music in F Major, WoO 18Ludwig van Beethoven, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Ensemble, Hans Priem-Bergrath
March for Military Music in F Major, WoO 19Ludwig van Beethoven, Berlin Philharmonic Wind Ensemble, Hans Priem-Bergrath
Egmont, Op. 84: IV. Lied. Freudvoll und leidvollLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: IX. Siegessymphonie. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113: No. 3, Chorus of Dervishes. Du hast in deine Ärmels FaltenLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernhard Klee, RIAS Kammerchor, Günther Arndt
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113: No. 4, Turkish MarchLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernhard Klee
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113: No. 7, Recit. Mit reger FreudeLudwig van Beethoven, Franz Crass, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernhard Klee
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