Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary talent of Claude Debussy, as he presents "Rising Stars - The Classical Vanguard," a magnificent collection of 78 tracks that span a staggering 3 hours and 3 minutes. This album, set to release on September 22, 2025, under the prestigious Warner Classics label, is a testament to Debussy's virtuosity and his deep connection with the classical genre.
"Rising Stars - The Classical Vanguard" is not just a compilation of classical pieces; it's a journey through the timeless works of some of the most celebrated composers in history. From the hauntingly beautiful "Frühlingsnacht" by Liszt to the enchanting "Song to the Moon" by Dvořák, each track is a masterpiece that showcases Debussy's exceptional skill and versatility.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, including solo piano pieces, orchestral works, and vocal performances. Highlights include the lively "Romanian Folk Dances" by Bartók, the romantic "Valse sentimentale" by Tchaikovsky, and the iconic "Moonlight Sonata" by Beethoven. Debussy's interpretation of these pieces is nothing short of breathtaking, offering a fresh perspective on these beloved classics.
In addition to the well-known compositions, the album also includes lesser-known gems such as "Improv on Marin Marais' 'Les voix humaines'" and "Ibuyile I'Africa / Africa is Back" by Selaocoe, showcasing Debussy's ability to breathe new life into both familiar and obscure works.
"Rising Stars - The Classical Vanguard" is a celebration of classical music, offering a rich and varied listening experience that is sure to delight both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With its impressive tracklist and Debussy's impeccable performances, this album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of classical music.
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, Valse sentimentale (Arr. Berthollet for Cello and Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Camille Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Chopin: Waltz in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Aurélien Pontier
Ravel: Miroirs, M. 43: II. Oiseaux tristesMaurice Ravel, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 1, Stick Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 2, Sash Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 3, In One Spot (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 4, Horn Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 5, Romanian Polka (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 6, Fast Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Shostakovich: Romance from The GadflyDmitri Shostakovich, Daniel Lozakovich, Mikhail Pletnev
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 3: "Che farò senza Euridice" (Orfeo)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Stefan Plewniak, Jakub Józef Orliński, Il Giardino d'Amore
Couperin, F: Second Livre de pièces de clavecin, Sixième Ordre: Les baricades mïstérieusesFrançois Couperin, Jean Rondeau, Thomas Dunford
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act 1: Ballade. "Mab, la reine des mensonges" (Mercutio)Charles Gounod, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the Bumblebee (Orch. Sándor)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Julie Berthollet, Julien Masmondet, Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra
Falla: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 2, Seguidilla murciana (Orch. Lehn)Manuel de Falla, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Instrumental Version)Giacomo Puccini, Camille Berthollet, Romain Dumas, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Haydn: Piano Sonata in B Minor, Hob. XVI: 32: II. Menuetto (Live)Joseph Haydn, George Li
Debussy: L'Isle joyeuse, CD 109, L. 106Claude Debussy, Kenji Miura
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: IV. Sarabande (Arr. Thomas for Cello & String Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Abel Selaocoe, Manchester Collective
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Halvorsen: Passacaglia (After Handel's Suite in G Minor, HWV 432)Johan Halvorsen, Luka Ispir, Léo Ispir
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hob. VIIe:1: III. Finale. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 2 in B Minor, Op. 7: III. Rondo "La campanella" (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Charpentier: Tristes déserts, sombre retraite, H. 469Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Lea Desandre, Thomas Dunford
Marais: Improv on Marin Marais' "Les voix humaines" (Arr. Selaocoe & Thomas for Vocal and Cello)Marin Marais, Abel Selaocoe
Schubert: Allegretto in C Minor, D. 915Franz Schubert, Eric Lu
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: Aria. "Hai già vinta la causa" (Almaviva)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Villa-Lobos: 5 Preludes, W419: No. 3, Andante in A MinorHeitor Villa-Lobos, Thibaut García
Schoenberg: 6 Kleine Klavierstücke, Op. 19: No. 6, Sehr langsamArnold Schoenberg, Aurélien Pontier
Grieg: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Daniel Lozakovich, Mikhail Pletnev
Mozart: Grabmusik, K. 42: IV. Aria. "Betracht dies Herz und frage mich"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bruno de Sá, Jarosław Thiel, Wrocław Baroque Orchestra
Strauss, R: 4 Lieder, Op. 27: No. 4, Morgen!Richard Strauss, Elsa Dreisig, Jonathan Ware
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: III. IntermezzoFelix Mendelssohn, Quatuor Arod
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 1: "Summertime" (Orch. Behrisch)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Beethoven / Arr. Barrios Mangoré: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Thibaut García
Piazzolla: Libertango (Arr. Berthollet for 2 Violons and Piano)Astor Piazzolla, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Selaocoe: Ibuyile I'Africa / Africa is BackAbel Selaocoe, Alice Zawadzki, Cherise Adams-Burnett, Colin Alexander, Fred Thomas, Max Baillie, Simran Singh, Thandanani Gumede, Yo-Yo Ma
Scarlatti, D: Keyboard Sonata in A Major, Kk. 208Domenico Scarlatti, Jean Rondeau
Barcarolle: Belle nuit, ô nuit d’amour (Les Contes d’Hoffmann)Jacques Offenbach, Fatma Said, Marianne Crebassa, Sascha Goetzel, Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra
Pärt: Spiegel im Spiegel (Version for Cello and Piano)Arvo Pärt, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
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