Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Nikolaus Harnoncourt's "Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & Co.," a captivating collection of masterpieces set to release on April 15, 2025, under Warner Classics. This two-hour and twenty-minute journey through the realms of requiem, classical, and opera genres is a testament to Harnoncourt's unparalleled mastery and the enduring brilliance of Mozart and his contemporaries.
The album opens with Mozart's iconic Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550, a piece that sets the stage for a symphonic exploration of depth and emotion. Harnoncourt's interpretation is followed by a diverse array of compositions, including works by Rameau, Vivaldi, Bach, Handel, Brahms, and more. Each track is a gem, carefully selected to showcase the richness and variety of the classical repertoire.
Highlights include the lively "Electrophor-Polka" by Johann Strauss II, performed live, and the hauntingly beautiful "Lacrimosa" from Mozart's Requiem in D Minor, K. 626. The album also features notable pieces such as Bach's "Badinerie" and Handel's triumphant "Hallelujah" chorus from "Messiah," demonstrating Harnoncourt's versatility and deep understanding of the classical canon.
Nikolaus Harnoncourt, a renowned conductor and musicologist, brings his distinctive insight and passion to this collection. His interpretations are marked by a profound respect for the historical context and a keen ear for the nuances of each composition. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & Co." offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 1Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 5Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 6Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 7Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 8Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 9Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro, Pt. 10Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Rameau: Suite de Castor et Pollux: III. TambourinJean-Philippe Rameau, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Alice Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Concentus Musicus Wien, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Mozart: Symphony No. 32 in G Major, K. 318: III. Primo tempoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Handel: Water Music, Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Theme. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Berliner Philharmoniker
Vivaldi: Gloria in D Major, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Concentus Musicus Wien
Monteverdi: L'Orfeo, SV 318: ToccataClaudio Monteverdi, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Strauss II, J: Electrophor-Polka, Op. 297 (Live)Johann Strauss II, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Wiener Philharmoniker
Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: VII. ConfutatisWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Konzertvereinigung der Wiener Staatsopernchor, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: No. 10, Choral. "Jesus bleibet meine Freude"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Tölzer Knabenchor, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Symphony No. 26 in E-Flat Major, K. 184: I. Molto prestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Alice Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: VIII. LacrimosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Konzertvereinigung der Wiener Staatsopernchor, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Symphony No. 28 in C Major, K. 200: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act 2: "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" (Königin der Nacht)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Edita Gruberova, Zürich Opera Orchestra
Mozart: Symphony No. 36 in C Major, K. 425 "Linz": III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: I. Chorus. "Magnificat anima mea Dominum"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Vienna Boys' Choir, Chorus Viennensis, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Serenade for Winds No. 10 in B-Flat Major, K. 361 "Gran partita": VII. Finale. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Wiener Mozart-Bläser
Bach, JS: Ein ungefärbt Gemüte, BWV 24: No. 1, Aria. "Ein ungefärbt Gemüte"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Paul Esswood, Concentus Musicus Wien
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2, Scene 7: Chorus. "Hallelujah"George Frideric Handel, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Stockholm Chamber Choir, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Ein musikalischer Spaß, K. 522: IV. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Handel: Water Music, Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: II. Alla HornpipeGeorge Frideric Handel, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": IV. Gewitter. Sturm. Allegro -Ludwig van Beethoven, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: OuvertüreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Strauss I, J: Radetzky-Marsch, Op. 228Johann Strauss I, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Wiener Philharmoniker
Mozart: Symphony No. 31 in D Major, K. 297 "Paris": III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: III. Menuetto. Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Symphony No. 35 in D Major, K. 385 "Haffner": IV. Finale. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Dvořák: 8 Slavonic Dances, Op. 46, B. 83: No. 1 in C MajorAntonín Dvořák, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Serenade No. 9 in D Major, K. 320 "Posthorn": II. Menuetto. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Staatskapelle Dresden
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Alice Harnoncourt, Walter Pfeiffer, Concentus Musicus Wien
Mozart: Così fan tutte, K. 588: OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 9, Wedding MarchFelix Mendelssohn, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Die Entführung aus dem Serail, K. 384: OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Zürich Opera Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56, MWV N18 "Scottish": II. Vivace non troppoFelix Mendelssohn, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: I. IntroitusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Konzertvereinigung der Wiener Staatsopernchor, Rachel Yakar, Concentus Musicus Wien
Beethoven: Triple Concerto for Violin, Cello and Piano in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Clemens Hagen, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Thomas Zehetmair, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": III. Scherzo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Mozart: Serenade for Winds No. 10 in B-Flat Major, K. 361 "Gran partita": III. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Wiener Mozart-Bläser
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