Embark on a captivating musical journey through the frosty landscapes of classical music with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "A Winter Journey." This exquisite compilation, released on January 2, 2026, by Warner Classics, is a meticulously curated collection of 55 tracks that span a diverse range of genres, including classical, opera, and chamber music. With a runtime of over three hours, this album is a testament to Mozart's enduring legacy and his ability to evoke the essence of winter through his compositions.
Featuring iconic pieces such as "The Four Seasons: Winter" by Vivaldi and "Winterreise" by Schubert, the album is a symphony of seasonal moods and emotions. The inclusion of lesser-known gems like "Winter Moon" by Margaret Bonds and "Winter" by Witold Lutosławski adds a layer of depth and variety, making this album a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
The album also showcases Mozart's own contributions to the winter theme, including his "3 German Dances" and the enchanting "Die Schlittenfahrt." The collaboration with other renowned composers and performers, such as Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, ensures a high standard of musical excellence throughout.
"A Winter Journey" is not just an album; it's an experience. It invites you to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music, where each track tells a story of winter's beauty and tranquility. Whether you're a fan of Mozart or simply looking to explore the world of classical music, this album promises a delightful and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Book 7, Op. 62: No. 1, SylphEdvard Grieg, Leif Ove Andsnes
Satie: 6 Pièces froides, Pt. 2 "Danses de travers": No. 5, PasserErik Satie, Anne Queffélec
Massenet: Année passée, Livre III "Soirs d'hiver": II. En songeant. Très lentJules Massenet, Aldo Ciccolini
Bonds: Songs of the Seasons: No. 2, Winter MoonMargaret Bonds, Lawrence Brownlee, Kevin J. Miller
Glazunov: The Seasons, Op. 67, Pt. 1 "Winter": No. 4, Ice VariationAlexander Glazunov, José Serebrier, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Poulenc: 7 Chansons, FP 81: No. 1, La blanche neigeFrancis Poulenc, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Prokofiev: Cinderella, Op. 87, Act 1: No. 16, Winter FairySergei Prokofiev, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Charpentier: Dispute de bergers, H. 484 "Il faut rire et chanter": II. Brouillards, glaçons, neige, frimasMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Patricia Petibon, Sophie Daneman
Schumann: Album für die Jugend, Op. 68: No. 39, Winterzeit IIRobert Schumann, Alexis Weissenberg
Tveitt: 50 Folk-Tunes from Hardanger, Op. 150: No. 37, The Long, Long Winter NightGeirr Tveitt, Leif Ove Andsnes
Vaughan Williams: Hodie: III. Song. "It Was the Winter Wild"Ralph Vaughan Williams, David Willcocks, Bach Choir, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 6, Des pas sur la neigeClaude Debussy, Michel Béroff
MacDowell: New England Idyls, Op. 62: III. Mid-WinterEdward MacDowell, Michel Legrand
Mozart: 3 German Dances, K. 605: No. 3 in C Major "Die Schlittenfahrt"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Europa Galante, Fabio Biondi
Korngold: 6 Einfache Lieder, Op. 9: No. 1, SchneeglöckchenErich Wolfgang Korngold, Barbara Hendricks, Franz Welser-Möst, Philadelphia Orchestra
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 25: No. 11 in A Minor "Winter Wind"Frédéric Chopin, Nikolai Lugansky
Haydn: The Seasons, Hob. XXI:3, Winter: No. 42, Terzett und Doppelchor. "Dann bricht der grösse Morgen an" (Simon, Lukas, Hanne, Chor)Joseph Haydn, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Angela Maria Blasi, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Josef Protschka, Robert Holl, Wiener Symphoniker
Wolf: 6 Lieder für eine Frauenstimme: No. 5, Wiegenlied im WinterHugo Wolf, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Gerald Moore
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Snow Maiden, Act 3: Dance of the TumblersNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Mahler: 3 Lieder: No. 2, WinterliedGustav Mahler, Thomas Hampson, David Lutz
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 2: No. 10, SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
Lully: Isis, LWV 54: Prélude - Chœur. "L'hiver qui nous tourmente" - Récit. "Laissez-moi, cruelle Furie !" - Chœur. "Ah, quelle peine de trembler" (Chœur, Io, La Furie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Paul Agnew, Sophie Daneman
Liszt: 12 Études d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 12, Chasse-neige. Andante con motoFranz Liszt, Alim Beisembayev
Purcell: King Arthur, Z. 628, Act 3: Prelude While Cold Genius Rises - Song. "What Power Art Thou"Henry Purcell, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Petteri Salomaa
Delius: 3 Small Tone Poems: No. 2, Sleigh RideFrederick Delius, Richard Hickox, Northern Sinfonia Of England
Handel: L'Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato, HWV 55, Pt. 1: Air and Chorus. "Or Let the Merry Bells" - "And Young and Old Come"George Frideric Handel, John Eliot Gardiner, Michael Ginn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists
Holst: 3 Hymns for the English Hymnal: No. 1, In the Bleak Mid-WinterGustav Holst, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury
Hahn: Le rossignol éperdu: No. 52, HivernaleReynaldo Hahn, Shani Diluka
Schubert: Winterreise, Op. 89, D. 911: No. 6, WasserflutFranz Schubert, Leif Ove Andsnes, Ian Bostridge
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Sir Roger Norrington, London Classical Players
Elgar: 2 Part Songs, Op. 26: No. 1, The SnowEdward Elgar, Sir Charles Groves, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Piazzolla: Estaciones porteñas: IV. Invierno porteño (Arr. Assad for Guitar)Astor Piazzolla, Thibaut García
Midden in de winternachtTraditional, Ton Koopman, Herman van Veen, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Jarre: The Engadiner Suite for Piano Trio: III. WinterMaurice Jarre, Ahn Trio
Verdi: I vespri siciliani, Act 3: Ballabile. L'invernoGiuseppe Verdi, Riccardo Muti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Violin Concerto No. 2 "The American Four Seasons": Movement IVPhilip Glass, Delirium Musicum, Étienne Gara
Waldteufel: Les patineurs, Op. 183Émile Waldteufel, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": III. Scherzo. Allegro scherzando giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig
Hill: In Winter's KeepingJackson Hill, Chanticleer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
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