Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Solemn Classical," a meticulously curated collection of his most profound and moving works. Released on September 11, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a rich tapestry of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music. With a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes, it offers an extensive journey through the depths of Mozart's musical genius.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, from the hauntingly beautiful "Lacrimosa" and the serene "Adagio for Strings" to the poignant "Dido's Lament" and the sacred "Ave Maria." Each track is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled ability to evoke deep emotion and spiritual resonance. The inclusion of works like "Nimrod" and "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs" adds layers of complexity and depth, showcasing Mozart's versatility and mastery of various musical forms.
"Solemn Classical" is not just an album; it is a celebration of Mozart's enduring legacy. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. Prepare to be transported to a world of musical brilliance, where every note tells a story and every melody lingers in the heart.
Tracks
Sequence: VI. Lacrimosa dies illaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magdaléna Hajóssyová, Jaroslava Horska, Jozef Kundlák, Peter Mikulas, Vladimir Ruso, Slovak Philharmonic Chorus, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Zdeněk Košler
No. 2, Kum Ba YaAdolphus Hailstork, Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Joann Falletta
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Marin Alsop
No. 2, Lyubov Svyataya (3 Choruses: Sacred Love)Georgy Sviridov, Ieva Ezeriete, Latvijas Radio koris, Sigvards Kļava
The Hours: An Unwelcome Friend (Arr. M. Riesman & N. Muhly for Solo Piano)Philip Glass, Nicolas Horvath
Variation 9: Nimrod (Arr. E. Ball for wind ensemble)Edward Elgar, Black Dyke Band, Nicholas Childs
No. 4, LentErik Satie, Klara Kormendi
When I Am Laid in Earth "Dido's Lament" (Transcr. L. Stokowski)Henry Purcell, Timothy Walden, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, José Serebrier
Hail Virgin Mary (Ave Maria)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Eugen Antoni, Raisa Palmu, Erja Wimeri, Finnish National Opera Chorus, Eric-Olof Söderström
Pt. III: Chorale. O Haupt voll Blut und WundenJohann Sebastian Bach, Claudia Couwenbergh, Marianne Beate Kielland, Hanno Müller-Brachmann, Dresdner Kammerchor, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
I. Prelude. AdagioKurt Atterberg, Henning Kraggerud, Dalasinfoniettan, Bjarte Engeset
In ParadisumMaurice Duruflé, Michel Piquemal Vocal Ensemble, Orchestre De La Cite, Michel Piquemal
Komm, süsser Tod, BWV 478 (Arr. L. Stokowski for orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, José Serebrier
Ego sumGuy Ropartz, Michel Piquemal Vocal Ensemble, Michel Piquemal
XI. In Memoriam. Ellen GoetzLeonard Bernstein, Orquestra Sinfônica do Estado de São Paulo, Marin Alsop
O Divine Redeemer (Arr. for Soprano & Organ)Charles Gounod, Christine Brewer, Paul Jacobs
Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten for Strings and BellsArvo Pärt, Hungarian State Opera Orchestra, Tamás Benedek
X. Vzbrannoy voyevodePavel Chesnokov, St. John's Voices, Cambridge University Chamber Choir, Graham Walker
Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs": II. Lento e largo - TranquillissimoHenryk Górecki, Zofia Kilanowicz, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Man That Is born of a woman, Z. 27Henry Purcell, Oxford Camerata, Laurence Cummings, Jeremy Summerly
Interlude. Veil of TearsStephen Paulus, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
III. Canco de l'hivernManuel Blancafort, Miquel Villalba
IV. Troparia: TrisagionPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Viktor Ovdiy, Pavlo Mezhulin, Kiev Chamber Choir, Mykola Hobdych
No. 4, Larghetto, con moto poco rubatoValentin Silvestrov, Elisaveta Blumina, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Sanderling
Crucifixus a 8Antonio Lotti, Choir of St John's, Elora, Noel Edison
II. LentoAlfonso Romero Asenjo, Sergey Teslya, Joaquín Torre, Cammerata Orchestra
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