Immerse yourself in the serene and tranquil world of Frédéric Chopin's "Classical Music for Winter Relaxing," a captivating collection of classical masterpieces set to release on November 19, 2025, under the esteemed Naxos Special Projects label. This exquisite album spans a generous 2 hours and 36 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that embody the essence of winter's peaceful ambiance.
The album features a diverse array of works, including Chopin's own enchanting pieces like the Preludes, Op. 28, and the beloved "Träumerei" from Kinderszenen, Op. 15. Alongside Chopin's compositions, the album showcases a selection of timeless classics from other renowned composers, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Méditation" from Thaïs by Jules Massenet, the ethereal "Air on the G String" by Johann Sebastian Bach, and the evocative "Våren" from Edvard Grieg's 2 Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34.
Each track is meticulously arranged to create a harmonious journey through the winter season, from the gentle, flowing melodies of the "Prelude in D-Flat Major, Sostenuto" to the soothing rhythms of the "Adagio" from Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488. The album also includes enchanting orchestral pieces like the "Dance of the Blessed Spirits" from Gluck's Orfeo ed Euridice and the delicate "Sicilienne" from Debussy's Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, Op. 80.
Whether you're seeking a moment of quiet reflection or a backdrop for a cozy winter evening, "Classical Music for Winter Relaxing" offers a perfect blend of tranquility and elegance. Frédéric Chopin's timeless compositions, combined with the works of other classical greats, create an atmosphere of warmth and serenity that is sure to captivate and soothe the soul.
Tracks
Cello Concerto in B-Flat Major, G. 482: II. Andantino grazioso (Arr. for Cello by Friedrich Grützmacher)Luigi Boccherini, Ludovit Kanta, Capella Istropolitana, Peter Breiner
Viola Concerto in G Major, TWV 51:G9: I. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Ladislav Kyselák, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
Petite suite, L. 65: I. En bateau (Arr. for Orchestra by Henri Büsser)Claude Debussy, Orchestre National De Lyon, Jun Markl
Peer Gynt, Op. 23, Act IV: Prelude. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jerzy Maksymiuk
Symphony No. 24 in D Major, Hob. 1:24: II. Adagio cantabileJoseph Haydn, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Dance of the Blessed SpiritsChristoph Willibald Gluck, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Johannes Wildner
Intermezzo (Featured in "The Godfather Part III")Pietro Mascagni, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ali Rahbari, Alexander Rahbari
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major. Sostenuto, B. 107 "Raindrop"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
Concerto for 2 Oboes in F Major, Op. 9 No. 3: II. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Anthony Camden, Julia Girdwood, London Virtuosi, John Georgiadis
Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó, Dong-Suk Kang, Maria Kliegel, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Béla Drahos
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. Largo. Pastorale ad libitumArcangelo Corelli, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Lux aurumqueEric Whitacre, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jenő Jandó, Concentus Hungaricus, Matyas Antal
Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, Op. 80: III. SicilienneGabriel Fauré, RTE Sinfonietta, John Georgiadis
Missa super Bella Amfitrit' altera, LV 1146: VII. Agnus DeiOrlande de Lassus, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Jeremy Summerly
Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Op. 90, MWV N 16 "Italian": II. Andante con motoFelix Mendelssohn, National Symphony Orchestra Of Ireland, Reinhard Seifried
Lady Radnor's Suite: V. Slow MinuetSir Charles Hubert Parry, Capella Istropolitana, Adrian Leaper
3 Gymnopédies: No. 1, Lent et douloureux (Arr. for Guitar & Orchestra by Anonymous)Erik Satie, Gerald Garcia, CSSR State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kosice, Peter Breiner
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kosice Teachers' Choir, Camerata Cassovia, Johannes Wildner
Romance in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Takako Nishizaki, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Kenneth Jean
Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 3, MélodieSergei Rachmaninoff, Konstantin Scherbakov
Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 73, J. 114: II. Adagio ma non troppoCarl Maria von Weber, Ernst Ottensamer, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Johannes Wildner
Capriol Suite: V. Pieds-en-l'air. Andantino tranquilloPeter Warlock, Bournemouth Sinfonietta, Richard Studt
Thaïs: Méditation (Arr. for Violin & Piano by Martin Pierre Marsick)Jules Massenet, Takako Nishizaki, Jenő Jandó
Liebesträume, S. 541: No. 3, Oh Lieb, so lang du lieben kannstFranz Liszt, Jenő Jandó
2 Pieces for Small Orchestra: No. 1, On Hearing the First Cuckoo in SpringFrederick Delius, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, David Lloyd-Jones
Ave Maria, CG 89 (After J.S. Bach's BWV 846) [Arr. for Flute & Harp by Donald Sosin]Charles Gounod, Nora Shulman, Judy Loman
Sospiri, Op. 70Edward Elgar, English Northern Philharmonia, David Lloyd-Jones
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, TräumereiRobert Schumann, Jenő Jandó
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "Air on the G String"Johann Sebastian Bach, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 13 in F-Sharp Major. Lento, B. 107Frédéric Chopin, Irina Zaritzkaya
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Katarina Andreasson, Björn Gäfvert, Swedish Chamber Orchestra
Divertimento No. 2 in D Major, K. 131: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Harald Nerat
Whether you're just starting your vinyl collection or have been spinning for years, the right turntable makes all the difference. We've selected the best options for every budget.
Whether a review is positive, negative, or neutral, we always publish it. However, we screen every review to ensure it is authentic and free of profanity. These checks happen automatically, though a human occasionally steps in. We never pay for reviews.
Looking for "Classical Music for Winter Relaxing" on vinyl?
We don't have a live price right now, but stock fluctuates daily. You can check for hidden stock on Amazon directly, or let us alert you as soon as it is available.
