Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Ludwig van Beethoven with the upcoming album "Bernstein - Beethoven & Copland," set to release on April 16, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This extraordinary collection spans a generous 2 hours and 31 minutes, featuring 45 tracks that encapsulate the essence of classical music, classical piano, and chamber music.
The album is a testament to Beethoven's enduring legacy, showcasing a diverse range of his works, from symphonies and concertos to quartets and operatic pieces. Highlights include selections from his iconic symphonies, such as the lively "Menuetto" from Symphony No. 1 and the dramatic "Gewitter, Sturm" from Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral." The album also features exquisite pieces from his "Missa solemnis" and the opera "Fidelio," demonstrating his profound musical depth and innovation.
In addition to Beethoven's masterpieces, the album includes works by Leonard Bernstein and Aaron Copland, adding a rich layer of musical diversity. Copland's "Appalachian Spring" and selections from Bernstein's "West Side Story" bring a dynamic and contemporary flair to the collection, creating a harmonious blend of classical and modern influences.
Recorded live, the performances capture the raw energy and precision of Beethoven's compositions, offering a vivid and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this album promises to be a captivating journey through the genius of one of history's greatest composers. Prepare to be enthralled by the timeless beauty and emotional depth of Beethoven's music, expertly curated and presented in this exceptional album.
Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: III. Menuetto. Allegro molto e vivace - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: III. Scherzo. Allegro - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": IV. Gewitter, Sturm. Allegro - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: II. Allegretto scherzando - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: III. Tempo di menuetto - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: No. 14, Solo della Casentini. Andante – Adagio - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con moto - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Krystian Zimerman, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131 (Arr. Mitropoulos for String Orchestra): II. Allegro molto vivace - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131 (Arr. Mitropoulos for String Orchestra): III. Allegro moderato – - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131 (Arr. Mitropoulos for String Orchestra): VI. Adagio quasi un poco andante – - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
String Quartet No. 16 in F Major, Op. 135 (Arr. Bernstein for String Orchestra): II. Vivace - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: I. Kyrie: a. Kyrie eleison - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Bernard Bartelink, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: I. Kyrie: b. Christe eleison - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: I. Kyrie: c. Kyrie eleison - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Bernard Bartelink, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: a. Gloria in excelsis Deo - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: c. Quoniam tu solus sanctus - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: d. In gloria Dei Patris, Amen - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: II. Gloria: e. Amen - Quoniam tu solus sanctus - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: III. Credo: a. Credo in unum Deum - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: III. Credo: d. Et vitam venturi saeculi - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: III. Credo: e. Amen - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: a. Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabaoth - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: b. Pleni sunt coeli - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: c. Praeludium - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Bernard Bartelink
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: V. Agnus Dei: b. Dona nobis pacem - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: V. Agnus Dei: c. Agnus Dei - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: V. Agnus Dei: d. Presto - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Edda Moser, Hanna Schwarz, René Kollo, Kurt Moll, Bernard Bartelink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein, Netherlands Broadcasting Foundation Chorus, Hilversum
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Duet. Jetzt, Schätzchen, jetzt sind wir allein - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Adolf Dallapozza, Lucia Popp, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Aria. O wär ich schon mit dir vereint - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Lucia Popp, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Aria. Hat man nicht auch Gold beineben - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Manfred Jungwirth, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: March - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Ha! Welch ein Augenblick! - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Hans Sotin, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein, Wiener Staatsopernchor
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Duet. Jetzt, Alter, jetzt hat es Eile! - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Hans Sotin, Manfred Jungwirth, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Leb wohl, du warmes Sonnenlicht - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, Lucia Popp, Adolf Dallapozza, Hans Sotin, Manfred Jungwirth, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein, Wiener Staatsopernchor
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Quartet. Er sterbe! - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Hans Sotin, René Kollo, Gundula Janowitz, Manfred Jungwirth, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Duet. O namenlose Freude! - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
4 Sea Interludes from "Peter Grimes", Op. 33a: I. Dawn - LiveBenjamin Britten, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein
Appalachian Spring: IV. Fast. The Revivalist and His Flock - LiveAaron Copland, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Appalachian Spring: V. Allegro. Solo Dance of the Bride - LiveAaron Copland, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Appalachian Spring: VI. Meno mosso - LiveAaron Copland, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Appalachian Spring: VII. Doppio movimento. Variations On A Shaker Hymn - Live from Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco, 1982Aaron Copland, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Appalachian Spring: VIII. Moderato. Coda - LiveAaron Copland, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Music for the Theatre: II. Dance - LiveAaron Copland, New York Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Music for the Theatre: IV. Burlesque - LiveAaron Copland, New York Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
Music for the Theatre: V. Epilogue - LiveAaron Copland, New York Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein
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