Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's upcoming album, "'Continuo: The Classical Canon" - Vol. I, set to release on September 10, 2025, under the label UME - Global Clearing House. This exquisite collection spans a variety of genres within the classical realm, including requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of Mozart's most celebrated works, alongside compositions by other renowned masters such as Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Tchaikovsky. From the delicate intricacies of "Divertimento in E-Flat Major, K. 252: IV. Presto assai" to the enchanting melodies of "Children's Corner" by Debussy, each track is a testament to the enduring brilliance of classical music.
With a duration of 54 minutes, this album is a compact yet comprehensive journey through the classical canon. Highlights include the lively "French Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 813: IV. Air" by Bach, the evocative "24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 14 Allegro in E-Flat Minor" by Chopin, and the whimsical "Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 4. Playing Hobbyhorse" by Tchaikovsky. The album also features live performances, adding a dynamic and spontaneous element to the collection.
Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "'Continuo: The Classical Canon" - Vol. I offers a captivating exploration of some of the most iconic pieces in classical music history. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's genius shines through in every note, making this album a true celebration of his legacy and the broader classical tradition.
Tracks
Divertimento in E-Flat Major, K. 252: IV. Presto assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Netherlands Wind Ensemble, Edo de Waart
French Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 813: IV. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 14 Allegro in E-Flat Minor, C. 179 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 9Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
16 Waltzes, Op. 39: No. 9 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Aloys Kontarsky, Alfons Kontarsky
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 18 in D Major: Molto vivace (Arr. for Piano Duet)Johannes Brahms, Katia Labèque, Marielle Labèque
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49b (Arr. Mozart as K. 566), Act I: Largo (Introduction from Concerto grosso, Op. 6/7)George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 21 in E Minor. Vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Weller
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 21 in E Minor: Vivace (Arr. for Piano Duet)Johannes Brahms, Katia Labèque, Marielle Labèque
Piano Quintet in A, D.667 - "The Trout": 4. Thema - Andantino - Variazioni I-V - Allegretto - EditFranz Schubert, Ingrid Haebler, Arthur Grumiaux, Georges Janzer, Eva Czako, Jacques Cazauran
16 Waltzes, Op. 39: No. 5 in E MajorJohannes Brahms, Aloys Kontarsky, Alfons Kontarsky
Concerto con molti strumenti in C Major, RV 558: II. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
French Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 813: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Introduction & Variations For Flute & Piano, D.802 (Op.160): Variation IFranz Schubert, Aurèle Nicolet, Karl Engel
Children's Corner, L. 113: 4. The Snow Is DancingClaude Debussy, Alexis Weissenberg
6 German Dances, K. 567: No. 4 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Prologue: 3f. Pas de six: Variation IV (Song-Bird Fairy)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Six German Dances, D.820: No. 5Franz Schubert, András Schiff
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 3: 25c. Pas de quatre: Variation II (Bluebird and Florisse)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": I. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Children's Corner, CD 119: V. The Little ShepherdClaude Debussy, Nelson Freire
Concerto grosso No. 11 in A Major, Op. 6/11, HWV 329: III. Largo e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ottomar Borwitzky, Emil Maas, Thomas Brandis, Herbert von Karajan, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 3: 23f. Pas de quatre: CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Uri Zagorodniuk, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
Ecossaise in E-Flat Major, WoO 86Ludwig van Beethoven, Gianluca Cascioli
5 Minuets & 6 Trios, D. 89: No. 4 in G Major. MinuetFranz Schubert, Gidon Kremer, Gabrielle Lester, Diemut Poppen, Richard Lester, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 9 in G-Flat Major "Butterfly Wings"Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: IX. Vivace moderato - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
Suite bergamasque, L.75: Clair de lune In D Flat Major - Andante très expressif - SnippetClaude Debussy, Mischa Maisky, Daria Hovora
12 Ländler, D. 790: No. 2 in A MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
2 Bourrees, B160b: No. 1 In G MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anatol Ugorski
24 Préludes, Op. 28: 10. in C sharp minorFrédéric Chopin, Jorge Bolet
Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 10. PolkaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Olli Mustonen
Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 4. Playing HobbyhorsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa
Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act I: No. 7, SujetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 7, Deutscher Tanz. WalzerLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
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