Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of winter with Antonio Vivaldi's "The Sound of Winter," a captivating classical album set to release on November 9, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. This exquisite collection of compositions invites you to experience the chill and beauty of the season through the timeless music of Vivaldi, a master of the Baroque era.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes, the album features a diverse array of pieces that evoke the essence of winter. From the delicate "Ice" variation from "The Seasons" to the lively "The Skaters Waltz," each track offers a unique perspective on the season's many moods. The album also includes beloved classics like "Ave Maria" and "Once in Royal David's City," adding a touch of familiarity to the collection.
Vivaldi's compositions are known for their vivid imagery and expressive melodies, and "The Sound of Winter" is no exception. The album captures the essence of winter with pieces that range from the serene and introspective to the energetic and playful. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
With its rich orchestration and evocative melodies, "The Sound of Winter" is a testament to Vivaldi's enduring legacy and his ability to capture the beauty and complexity of the natural world. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of winter through the timeless music of Antonio Vivaldi.
Tracks
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Antonio Anselmi, I Musici
The Seasons, Op. 67: II. Winter: Variation 2, IceAlexander Glazunov, Alexander Anissimov, Moscow Symphony Orchestra
The Skaters Waltz, Op 183Γmile Waldteufel, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Alfred Walter
The Seasons, Op. 67: IV. Winter: Variation 4, SnowAlexander Glazunov, Alexander Anissimov, Moscow Symphony Orchestra
III. Tres lentMaurice Ravel, Ad Libitum Quartet
Scene I - Introduction (Overture) Scene VINikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Igor Golovschin
VII. Danse des mirlitonsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Michael Halasz, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra
XII. December. ChristmasPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Rashkovsky
Ave Maria (Arr. For piano trio)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Eaken Piano Trio
No. 2: Intermezzo (Larghetto in E-Flat Major)AntonΓn DvoΕΓ‘k, Stefan Veselka
IV. Intermezzo (Garden Scene)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Mineria Symphony Orchestra, Carlos Miguel Prieto
OvertureJoseph Martin Kraus, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Petter Sundkvist
Mid-Winter (version for chorus, flute and harp)Bob Chilcott, Commotio, Alice James, Tanya Houghton, Matthew Berry
No. 3, Serenade, "Snow Shower"William Alwyn, The Bridge String Quartet
Christmas Eve. Ovsyen and Kolyada ProcessionNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Igor Golovschin
VI. Winter: SnowAlexander Glazunov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ondrej Lenard
The Winter's Tale, Op. 18: I. SicilianaLars-Erik Larsson, Jerker Johansson, GΓΆteborg Wind Orchestra
Les patineurs, Op. 183 "The Skater's Waltz"Γmile Waldteufel, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Alfred Walter
Introduction. Die Einleitung schildert die dicken NebelJoseph Haydn, Sibylla Rubens, Andreas Karasiak, Stephan MacLeod, Gewandhaus-Kammerchor, Leipziger Kammerorchester, Morten Schuldt-Jensen
I. Winterruhe. AndantinoJoachim Raff, Tra Nguyen
Les saisons (the Seasons), Op. 37b: I. January: By the FiresidePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Rashkovsky
Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, Rasmus H Thomsen
The Musical Sleigh-Ride (Arr. for Orchestra by Richard Hayman)Leopold Mozart, Richard Hayman Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hayman
III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
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