Immerse yourself in the serene and captivating world of classical music with Iona Brown's exquisite album, "Adagio." Released on January 1, 2000, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, this collection is a testament to Brown's mastery and the timeless beauty of chamber music. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 58 minutes, the album is a carefully curated journey through some of the most beloved and evocative pieces from the classical repertoire.
The album opens with the enchanting "Air on the G String" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3, setting the tone for a journey that includes works by composers such as Handel, Albinoni, Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Grieg. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, showcasing Brown's exceptional talent and her deep understanding of the music.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Dido's Lament" to the lively "Anitra's Dance" from Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite, the album offers a diverse range of moods and styles. The inclusion of lesser-known gems like the "Canon in D Major" and the "Adagio in G Minor" adds a layer of intrigue and discovery.
Iona Brown's "Adagio" is not just a collection of classical pieces; it's a celebration of the genre's rich heritage and enduring appeal. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding and enjoyable listening experience.
Tracks
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: Overture (Suite) No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air, "Air on the G String"Johann Sebastian Bach, The Oregon Bach Festival Orchestra, Helmuth Rilling
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: Overture (Suite) No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, The Oregon Bach Festival Orchestra, Helmuth Rilling
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 3, RV 334: III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Serse (Xerxes), HWV 40, Act I: Ombra mai fu, "Largo" [arr. For orchestra]George Frideric Handel, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Recorder Concerto in C Major, TWV 51:C1: III. AndanteGeorg Philipp Telemann, Peter Thalheimer, Collegium Musica Rara Stuttgart
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 "Actus tragicus": I. Sonatina in E-Flat MajorJohann Sebastian Bach, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Ich steh mit einem Fuss im Grabe, BWV 156: SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Concerto in the Italian Style in F Major, BWV 971: Concerto in the Italian Style, BWV 971, "Italian Concerto": II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Christopher Czaja Sager
Concerto grosso G-Dur, Op. 6 Nr. 1, HWV 319: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Adagio in G Minor: Adagio in G Minor (attrib. To Albinoni) [Attrib. T. Albinoni]Remo Giazotto, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Canon & Gigue in D Major, P. 37: Canon in D MajorJohann Pachelbel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Dido and Aeneas: When I am laid in Earth, "Dido's Lament" (Arr. L. Stokowski)Henry Purcell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto Grosso in D Minor, Op. 6, No. 10, HWV 328: III. Air. LentoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Orfeo ed Euridice: Dance of the Blessed SpiritsChristoph Willibald Gluck, Jaime Martin, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Symphony No. 49 in F Minor, Hob. I:49, "La passione", "Il quakuo di bel'humore": I. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Major, K. 37: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gerrit Zitterbart, Schlierbacher Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Fey
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Major, K. 40: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gerrit Zitterbart, Schlierbacher Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Fey
Romance No. 2 in F Major, Op. 50Ludwig van Beethoven, Graf Murzha, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
Symphony No. 35 in D Major, K. 385 "Haffner": Symphony No. 35 in D Major, K. 385, "Haffner": II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
String Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956: II. AdagioFranz Schubert, Verdi Quartett
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: II. RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Op. 90, MWV N 16 "Italian": II. Andante con motoFelix Mendelssohn, English Chamber Orchestra, Leopold Hager
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66: No. 4: PanoramaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Quartet No. 13 in A Minor, Op. 29, No. 1, D. 804: II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Verdi Quartett
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: VII. Notturno. Con moto tranquilloFelix Mendelssohn, The Oregon Bach Festival Orchestra, Helmuth Rilling
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: I. MorningEdvard Grieg, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: II. Death of AaseEdvard Grieg, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: III. Anitra's DanceEdvard Grieg, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55: IV: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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