Asya Fateyeva's "Carneval" is a captivating journey through the world of classical music, reimagined with the saxophone at its heart. Released on February 22, 2019, under the Berlin Classics label, this album spans a generous 1 hour and 32 minutes, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
Fateyeva, a virtuoso saxophonist, masterfully arranges and performs a collection of operatic and orchestral pieces, each transformed into a unique saxophone-centric composition. The album opens with the dramatic "Opera Fantasy," setting the tone for the eclectic mix that follows. From the romantic elegance of Tchaikovsky's "Romeo and Juliet" to the fiery passion of Bizet's "Carmen," Fateyeva's interpretations are both faithful and innovative.
The album also features the playful and rhythmic "Scaramouche" by Darius Milhaud, arranged for saxophone and brass quintet, showcasing Fateyeva's versatility and technical prowess. Her rendition of "Pagliacci: Vesti la giubba" is a standout, bringing a new depth and intensity to the famous aria.
"Carneval" is not just a showcase of Fateyeva's extraordinary talent but also a testament to the saxophone's expressive range and versatility. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a fresh and engaging perspective on timeless compositions.
Tracks
Opera Fantasy - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraChristian Lauba, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Concerto in E-Flat Major, Op. 109 - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraAlexander Glazunov, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Werther: Va! Laisse couler mes larmes - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraJules Massenet, Asya Fateyeva, Arno Bornkamp, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Verdiana: I. Sambatore - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraAlexey Shor, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Verdiana: II. Un bossa in maschera - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraAlexey Shor, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Verdiana: III. Don Tangoletto - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraAlexey Shor, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Lakmé: Viens, Mallika,… dôme epais - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraLéo Delibes, Asya Fateyeva, Arno Bornkamp, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Scaramouche, Op. 165b: I. Vif - Arr. for Saxophone and Brass QuintetDarius Milhaud, Asya Fateyeva, Monet Quintet
Pagliacci: Vesti la giubba - Arr. for Saxophone and OrchestraRuggero Leoncavallo, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: Dance of the Knights - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: Dance of the Girls With Lilies - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: Masks - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Ruben Gazarian
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: The Young Juliet - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: Mercuzio - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: Romeo Bids Juliet Farewell - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraSergei Prokofiev, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Scaramouche, Op. 165b: II. Modere - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraDarius Milhaud, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Scaramouche, Op. 165b: III. Brasileira - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraDarius Milhaud, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Récréation sur des motifs du Trouvère - Arr. For Saxophone and OrchestraLouis Adolphe Mayeur, Asya Fateyeva, Ruben Gazarian, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
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