"A Summer Evening": Classical Masterworks by Ludwig van Beethoven is a captivating collection of classical piano pieces, set to release on August 15, 2025, under the label UME - Global Clearing House. This album is a testament to Beethoven's enduring genius, featuring a selection of his most celebrated compositions alongside works from other notable composers, all within the genres of classical, classical piano, and chamber music.
Spanning a duration of 55 minutes, the album is a concise yet comprehensive journey through the intricacies and elegance of classical music. It opens with Beethoven's "11 Bagatelles, Op. 119," showcasing his mastery of form and expression. The tracklist also includes iconic pieces such as "Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331," "Goldberg Variations, BWV 988," and "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1," among others. Each piece is meticulously chosen to highlight the depth and variety of Beethoven's musical legacy, as well as the broader classical repertoire.
The album is a perfect companion for those seeking to immerse themselves in the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A Summer Evening": Classical Masterworks offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The precise and expressive performances bring out the nuances of each composition, making this album a delightful addition to any music collection.
Tracks
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: 5. RisolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Allegro in D Major, K. 626b/16Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Seong-Jin Cho
Waltz No. 12 in F Minor, Op. 70 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Stephen Hough
2. Andante (Capriccio in B flat)Johann Sebastian Bach, Friedrich Gulda
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 5 in C Minor. RisolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
Mazurka No. 54 in D: Allegro non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Tamás Vásáry
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 7 in C Major. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: 1. Theme (Andante grazioso)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alicia de Larrocha
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 9 in A Minor. Vivace moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 12Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Friedrich Gulda
Mazurka No. 4 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 6 No. 4. Presto ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Nikita Magaloff
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 5 in B MinorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
12 Ländler, D. 790: No. 10 in B MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
Sonatina in G Major, Op. 36 No. 2: II. AllegrettoMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: II. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 5 in C Minor. RisolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
48 Esquisses, Op. 63, Book 4: No. 42, Petit air a 5 voixCharles-Valentin Alkan, Steven Osborne
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: 18 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alicia de Larrocha
Sonatina in G Major, Op. 36 No. 2: III. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Musical Characteristics, Op. 19: X. Prelude 2 alla VanhalMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Wiosna, Op. 74 No. 2 (Version for Solo Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Three Ecossaises Op. Post 72, No. 3 - 1, 2 + 3: No. 1 In D MajorFrédéric Chopin, Anatol Ugorski
12 Ländler, D. 790: No. 9 in B MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
Premières valses: III. NinetteReynaldo Hahn, Pavel Kolesnikov
12 Monferrinas, Op. 49: III. Allegretto con espressioneMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 3: III. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 3 in D Major, BWV 789Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Musical Characteristics, Op. 19: XI. Prelude 1 alla ClementiMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Mazurka in D Major, KK IVa/7Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Menuet in C-Sharp Minor, M. 42Maurice Ravel, Steven Osborne
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: VII. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
12 Monferrinas, Op. 49: VI. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 4. a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 3: II. Un poco adagioMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
12 Monferrinas, Op. 49: VII. Allegro vivaceMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Mazurka No. 4 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 6 No. 4. Presto ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
12 Ländler, D. 790: No. 4 in D MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
Sonatina in F Major, Op. 36 No. 4: III. Rondeau. Allegro vivaceMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
12 Monferrinas, Op. 49: VIII. Vivace assaiMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Musical Characteristics, Op. 19: VIII. Prelude 2 alla SterkelMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 8 in F Major, BWV 794Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Mazurka No. 42 in G Major, Op. 67 No. 1. VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
7 Short Pieces for the Cultivation of Polyphonic Playing, BV 296: No. 1, Preludietto. AllegroFerruccio Busoni, Marc-André Hamelin
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 10 in G Major, BWV 796Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Mazurka in B-Flat Major, KK IIa/3Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 1: I. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Howard Shelley
48 Esquisses, Op. 63, Book 2: No. 17, Petit prélude a 3Charles-Valentin Alkan, Steven Osborne
6 Variations on an Original Theme in F Major, Op. 34: Var. 4. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Mikhail Pletnev
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