Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Sergei Rachmaninoff's "Les Fleurs": Romantic Classical, a captivating journey through some of the most beloved works of this Russian composer and pianist. Released on August 30, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album spans a generous 3 hours and 30 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical and classical piano compositions.
The album opens with enchanting selections from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker Suite," including the iconic "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and the lively "Russian Dance (Trepak)." Rachmaninoff's own compositions are prominently featured, with the entire "Pictures at an Exhibition" suite, orchestrated by Ravel, recorded in 1966. This suite takes the audience on a vivid journey through a series of musical tableaux, each depicting a different scene from an art exhibition.
Rachmaninoff's "Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14" adds a touch of lyrical beauty to the collection, showcasing the composer's signature melodic grace. The album also includes the complete "Apollon musagète" ballet, presented in its 1947 version, highlighting Rachmaninoff's mastery of orchestral and balletic forms. His "Variations on a Rococo Theme" offers a delightful exploration of thematic development and variation, while his "Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30" showcases his virtuosity as both a composer and pianist.
The album concludes with Rachmaninoff's "Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27" and selections from Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake Suite," providing a grand finale to this comprehensive collection. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Rachmaninoff or a newcomer to his music, "Les Fleurs": Romantic Classical is a treasure trove of classical masterpieces that will enchant and inspire.
Tracks
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIa. MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIb. Dance of the Sugar Plum FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIc. Russian Dance (Trepak)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIe. Chinese Dance (Tea)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIf. Dance of the Reed-PipesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 1 - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): I. Gnomus - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 2 - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): II. Il castello vecchio "The Old Castle" - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 3 - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): III. Tuileries - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): IV. Bydlo "The Oxcart" - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 4 - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): V. Ballet of the Chickens in Their Shells - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VI. Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuÿle - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VII. The Market at Limoges - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VIIIa. Catacombae "Sepulcrum romanum" - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VIIIb. Cum mortuis in lingua mortua - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): IX. The Hut on Fowl's Legs "Baba-Yaga" - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): X. The Great Gates of Kyiv - Recorded 1966Modest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14Sergei Rachmaninoff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Apollon musagète, K48: I. Birth of Apollo - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: II. Variation of Apollo (Apollo and the Muses) - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: III. Pas d'action (Apollo and the Three Muses) - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: IV. Variation of Calliope (The Alexandrine) - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: V. Variation of Polyhymnia - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: VI. Variation of Terpsichore - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: VII. (Second) Variation of Apollo - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: VIII. Pas de deux (Apollo and Terpsichore) - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: IX. Coda - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Apollon musagète, K48: X. Apotheosis - 1947 VersionIgor Stravinsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Introduction. Moderato quasi andantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Theme. Moderato semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 1. Tempo della thema –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 2. Tempo della themaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 3. Andante sostenutoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 4. Andante grazioso –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 5. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 6. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 7 – Coda. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: I. Allegro ma non tantoSergei Rachmaninoff, Lilya Zilberstein, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo. Adagio –Sergei Rachmaninoff, Lilya Zilberstein, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: III. Finale. Alla breveSergei Rachmaninoff, Lilya Zilberstein, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27: I. Largo – Allegro moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27: II. Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27: III. AdagioSergei Rachmaninoff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27: IV. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20a: I. Scene "Swan Theme". ModeratoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20a: II. ValsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20a: III. Danse des cygnes. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
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