Get ready to be enchanted by the captivating sounds of 'A Winter Fantasy', the latest release from the esteemed Warner Classics label, available from 11 February 2025. This exquisite album, featuring a plethora of classical and chamber music masterpieces, promises to transport you to a world of elegance and refinement.
Under the masterful guidance of the artist, this 3-hour and 43-minute musical journey showcases an impressive array of compositions from some of the most revered names in classical music. From the iconic 'Four Seasons' by Vivaldi to the sublime 'Méditation' from Massenet's 'Thaïs', each piece has been carefully selected to create a cohesive and engaging listening experience.
The album's tracklist is a veritable treasure trove of classical delights, with works by Sarasate, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Dvořák, Franck, and Ravel, among others. The artist's technical prowess and emotional depth are on full display as they navigate the intricate nuances of these timeless compositions.
With 'A Winter Fantasy', the artist invites you to indulge in a sumptuous feast of sound, replete with soaring melodies, delicate harmonies, and technical virtuosity. As you immerse yourself in this rich and varied musical landscape, you will discover a world of beauty, passion, and expression, expertly crafted to leave a lasting impression. So sit back, relax, and let the sublime sounds of 'A Winter Fantasy' wash over you, as the artist takes you on a captivating journey through the very best of classical music.
Tracks
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Sarasate: Carmen Concert Fantasy, Op. 25: I. Introduction. Allegro moderatoPablo de Sarasate, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Sarasate: Carmen Concert Fantasy, Op. 25: II. ModeratoPablo de Sarasate, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Sarasate: Carmen Concert Fantasy, Op. 25: III. Lento assaiPablo de Sarasate, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Sarasate: Carmen Concert Fantasy, Op. 25: IV. Allegro moderatoPablo de Sarasate, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Sarasate: Carmen Concert Fantasy, Op. 25: V. ModeratoPablo de Sarasate, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: MéditationJules Massenet, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: Air (Version for Violin and Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Vivaldi: L'estro armonico, Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 6, RV 356: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70: II. Adagio cantabile e con moto (Excerpt)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sarah Chang, Wolfram Christ, Tanja Christ, Georg Faust, Olaf Maninger, Bernhard Hartog
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": III. Allegro "La caccia"Antonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: I. Allegro apertoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: III. Scherzo. FuriantAntonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Alexander Kerr, Georg Faust, Leif Ove Andsnes, Wolfram Christ
Dvořák: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, B. 155: IV. Finale. AllegroAntonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Alexander Kerr, Georg Faust, Leif Ove Andsnes, Wolfram Christ
Dvořák: String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48, B. 80: III. Furiant. PrestoAntonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Bernhard Hartog, Wolfram Christ, Tanja Christ, Georg Faust, Olaf Maninger
Dvořák: String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48, B. 80: IV. Finale, Tema con variazioniAntonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Bernhard Hartog, Wolfram Christ, Tanja Christ, Georg Faust, Olaf Maninger
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: III. Recitativo-Fantasia. Ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Ravel: Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77: II. Blues. ModeratoMaurice Ravel, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Ravel: Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77: III. Perpetuum mobile. AllegroMaurice Ravel, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": II. Largo e pianissimo sempreAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Sarah Chang, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: III. Finale. Allegro energicoMax Bruch, Sarah Chang, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Vaughan Williams: The Lark AscendingRalph Vaughan Williams, Bernard Haitink, Sarah Chang, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Sarah Chang, Mariss Jansons, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Sarah Chang, Mariss Jansons, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Sarah Chang, Mariss Jansons, Berliner Philharmoniker
Goldmark: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 28: II. AndanteKarl Goldmark, James Conlon, Gürzenich Orchester Köln, Sarah Chang
Dvořák: Romance for Violin and Orchestra in F Minor, Op. 11, B. 39Antonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Plácido Domingo, Berliner Philharmoniker
Dvořák: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53, B. 108: III. Finale. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Sarah Chang, Colin Davis, London Symphony Orchestra
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