Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Relaxing Classics," a meticulously curated collection of beloved compositions set to release on May 22, 2025, under Warner Classics. This album is a testament to the enduring appeal of classical music, featuring a diverse array of genres including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music.
Spanning a generous duration of 3 hours and 5 minutes, "Relaxing Classics" is a comprehensive journey through the works of Mozart and other esteemed composers. The tracklist is a harmonious blend of well-known pieces and hidden gems, offering a rich tapestry of musical experiences. From the hauntingly beautiful "Ave verum corpus" by Mozart himself to the serene "Clair de lune" by Debussy, each track is a masterclass in composition and performance.
The album opens with the delicate and introspective "Gymnopédie No. 3" by Erik Satie, arranged for trumpet and orchestra, setting a contemplative tone that carries through to the lively "Allegro leggiero" from Mendelssohn's "Songs Without Words." The inclusion of pieces like "Gabriel's Oboe" from the film "The Mission" and the enchanting "Meditation" from Massenet's "Thaïs" adds a cinematic and operatic flair, showcasing the versatility and emotional depth of classical music.
"Relaxing Classics" is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers something for everyone. The meticulous arrangement and performance of each piece highlight the timeless beauty of classical music, making it a perfect companion for moments of relaxation, reflection, or simply enjoying the artistry of some of the greatest composers in history.
Tracks
Satie: 3 Gymnopédies: No. 3, Lent et grave (Arr. Barker & Balsom for Trumpet and Orchestra)Erik Satie, Alison Balsom, Guy Barker, Guy Barker Orchestra
Barrios Mangoré: La catedral: I. Preludio saudadeAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Manuel Barrueco
Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 2, Allegro leggiero, MWV U145Felix Mendelssohn, Leif Ove Andsnes
Schumann: 6 Studien in kanonischer Form, Op. 56: No. 1, Nicht schnellRobert Schumann, Leif Ove Andsnes, Christian Tetzlaff, Tanja Tetzlaff
Bach, JS: Flute Sonata in E-Flat Major, BWV 1031: II. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Yehudi Menuhin, Alberto Lysy, Paul Cocker, Camerata Lysy Gstaad
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: VII. AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Renaud Capuçon, Esther Hoppe, Gautier Capuçon, Emmanuel Pahud, Frank Braley, Florent Jodelet, Michel Dalberto
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 8, La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Moura Lympany
Satie: 3 Gymnopédies: No. 2, Lent et tristeErik Satie, Anne Queffélec
Brouwer: Canción de cunaLeo Brouwer, Manuel Barrueco
Shostakovich / Arr. Atovmyan: The Gadfly, Suite Op. 97a: No. 8 RomanceDmitri Shostakovich, Tasmin Little, Piers Lane
Vivaldi: Lute Concerto in D Major, RV 93: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Il Giardino Armonico, Luca Pianca, Giovanni Antonini
Saint-Saëns / Arr. Hazell: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Han-Na Chang, Leonard Slatkin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Aline Brewer
Brahms: 8 Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 2, Capriccio in B MinorJohannes Brahms, Aldo Ciccolini
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Barrios Mangoré: Una limosna por el amor de DiosAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Manuel Barrueco
Myers: Cavatina (From "The Deer Hunter")Stanley Myers, Thibaut García
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mascagni: Cavalleria rusticana: IntermezzoPietro Mascagni, Mariss Jansons, Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: Concerto for Two Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Il Giardino Armonico, Duilio Galfetti, Wolfgang Paul, Giovanni Antonini
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In ParadisumGabriel Fauré, Sir David Willcocks, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Satie: 6 Gnossiennes: No. 1, LentErik Satie, Anne Queffélec
Bach: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: No. 10, Choral. "Jesus bleibet meine Freude"Johann Sebastian Bach, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Shostakovich: Suite for Jazz Orchestra No. 2, Op. 50b: No. 2, WaltzDmitri Shostakovich, Paavo Järvi, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Bach, JS / Arr. Kempff: Flute Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1031: II. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Debussy: Rêverie, CD 76, L. 68Claude Debussy, Shani Diluka
Elgar: Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Variation IX. NimrodEdward Elgar, Sir Adrian Boult, London Symphony Orchestra
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23, Act 4: No. 13, Prelude. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, Paavo Järvi, Estonian National Symphony Orchestra
Brahms: 4 Klavierstücke, Op. 119: No. 1, Intermezzo in B MinorJohannes Brahms, Nicholas Angelich
Chopin: Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Peter Donohoe
Liszt: 3 Liebesträume, S. 541: No. 3 in A-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, John Ogdon
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenuto (Excerpt)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Cecile Ousset, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Leif Ove Andsnes
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 1: Duo des fleurs. "Viens, Mallika" - "Dôme épais, le jasmin" (Lakmé, Mallika)Léo Delibes, Michel Plasson, Delphine Haidan, Natalie Dessay, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Bach, JS: Was mir behagt, BWV 208 "Jagdkantate": No. 9, Aria. "Schafe können sicher weiden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Angela Maria Blasi, Concentus Musicus Wien
Pachelbel: Canon and Gigue for Three Violins and Continuo in D Major: Canon (Orchestral Version)Johann Pachelbel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Brahms: 3 Intermezzi, Op. 117: No. 2 in B-Flat MinorJohannes Brahms, Nicholas Angelich
Bach, JS: Concerto for 2 Pianos in C Minor, BWV 1060: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray, Emmanuel Christien, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: Méditation (Version for Violin and Piano)Jules Massenet, Min Kym, Gordon Back
Chopin: Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, John Ogdon
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 2: BallettoChristoph Willibald Gluck, Raymond Leppard, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mozart: Serenade No. 13 in G Major, K. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik": II. Romance. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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