Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with this captivating collection of his most celebrated works. Released on January 6, 1992, under the Nar Classical label, this album spans a diverse range of genres within the classical music spectrum, including classical piano, neoclassical, and traditional classical compositions.
The album opens with "Histoires naturelles," a suite of five pieces inspired by nature, each depicting a different animal with exquisite musical imagery. Following this, "Ma Mère l'Oye" (Mother Goose) takes you on a whimsical journey through five charming pieces based on fairy tales, originally composed for piano duet and later orchestrated by Ravel himself.
The album continues with the vibrant and colorful "Rapsodie espagnole," a four-movement orchestral work that showcases Ravel's mastery of Spanish rhythms and melodies. The final pieces on the album are "La valse," a waltz that evolves from a delicate dance to a grand, sweeping spectacle, and "Valses nobles et sentimentales," a set of eight waltzes that blend nobility and sentiment in a beautifully balanced collection.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Ravel's genius, highlighting his unique ability to blend various musical influences and styles. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this collection is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Histoires naturelles, M. 50, IMR 19: I. Le paon = The Peacock. Sans hâte et noblement (F Major). Il va surement se marier aujourd'huiMaurice Ravel, Sinfonie-Orchester Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna, Nan Merriman
Histoires naturelles, M. 50, IMR 19: II. Le grillon = The Cricket. Placide (A Minor). C'est l'heure où, las d'errerMaurice Ravel, Sinfonie-Orchester Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna, Nan Merriman
Histoires naturelles, M. 50, IMR 19: III. Le cygne = The Swan. Lent (B Major). Il glisse sur le bassinMaurice Ravel, Sinfonie-Orchester Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna, Nan Merriman
Histoires naturelles, M. 50, IMR 19: IV. Le martin-pêcheur = The Kingfisher. On ne peut plus lent (F-Sharp Major). Ça n'a pas mordu, ce soirMaurice Ravel, Sinfonie-Orchester Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna, Nan Merriman
Histoires naturelles, M. 50, IMR 19: V. La pintade = Guinea Hens or The Guinea‑fowl. Assez vite (E Major). C'est la bossue de ma courMaurice Ravel, Sinfonie-Orchester Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna, Nan Merriman
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 77, IMR 23: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant. Lent (A Minor)Maurice Ravel, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden, Orchestre Phiharmonique de Radio France, Radio Sinfonie Orchester Berlin
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 77, IMR 23: II. Petit Poucet. Très modéré (C Minor)Maurice Ravel, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden, Orchestre Phiharmonique de Radio France, Radio Sinfonie Orchester Berlin
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 77, IMR 23: III. Laideronnette, Impératrice des pagodes. Mouvement de marche (F-Sharp Major)Maurice Ravel, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden, Orchestre Phiharmonique de Radio France, Radio Sinfonie Orchester Berlin
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 77, IMR 23: IV. Les entretiens de la Belle et de la Bête. Mouvement de valse modéré (F Major)Maurice Ravel, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden, Orchestre Phiharmonique de Radio France, Radio Sinfonie Orchester Berlin
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 77, IMR 23: V. Le jardin féerique. Lent et grave (C Major)Maurice Ravel, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden, Orchestre Phiharmonique de Radio France, Radio Sinfonie Orchester Berlin
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54, IMR 38: I. Prélude à la nuit. Très modéré (A Minor)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra National, Bruno Maderna
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54, IMR 38: II. Malagueña. Assez vif (A Minor)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra National, Bruno Maderna
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54, IMR 38: III. Habanera. Assez lent et d'un rythme las (F-Sharp Minor)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra National, Bruno Maderna
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54, IMR 38: IV. Feria. Assez animé (C Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra National, Bruno Maderna
La valse, M. 72, IMR 53: "Mouvement de valse viénnoise (D Major)"Maurice Ravel, Sinfonie Orchester de Süddeutsche Rundfunks, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: I. Modéré, très franc (G Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: II. Assez lent, avec une expression intense (G Minor)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: III. Modéré (E Minor)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: IV. Assez animé (A-Flat Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: V. Presque lent, dans un sentiment intime (E Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VI. Vif (C Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VII. Moins vif (C Major/A Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VIII. Épilogue. Lent (G Major)Maurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma della RAI, Bruno Maderna
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