Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of winter with Antonio Vivaldi's "The Sound of Winter," a captivating classical album set to release on November 9, 2025, under the esteemed Naxos Special Projects label. This collection, spanning a generous 1 hour and 44 minutes, is a symphony of seasonal beauty, featuring Vivaldi's timeless compositions that evoke the essence of winter in all its frosty glory.
From the delicate "Ice" variation in "The Seasons" to the whimsical "Snow Shower" serenade, Vivaldi's mastery of orchestration paints a vivid auditory landscape. The album also includes beloved pieces like "The Skater's Waltz" and "Ave Maria," showcasing Vivaldi's versatility and enduring appeal. Each track is a testament to the composer's ability to capture the spirit of winter, whether through the haunting melodies of "Mid-Winter" or the festive cheer of "Christmas Eve."
"The Sound of Winter" is not just a compilation of Vivaldi's works; it's an exploration of the season's many moods and nuances. Whether you're a longtime admirer of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Let the music of Antonio Vivaldi transport you to a world where winter's beauty is brought to life through the power of orchestral brilliance.
Tracks
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Antonio Anselmi, I Musici
The Seasons, Op. 67: II. Winter: Variation 2, IceAlexander Glazunov, Alexander Anissimov, Moscow Symphony Orchestra
The Skaters Waltz, Op 183Émile Waldteufel, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Alfred Walter
The Seasons, Op. 67: IV. Winter: Variation 4, SnowAlexander Glazunov, Alexander Anissimov, Moscow Symphony Orchestra
III. Tres lentMaurice Ravel, Ad Libitum Quartet
Scene I - Introduction (Overture) Scene VINikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Igor Golovschin
VII. Danse des mirlitonsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Michael Halasz, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra
XII. December. ChristmasPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Rashkovsky
Ave Maria (Arr. For piano trio)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Eaken Piano Trio
No. 2: Intermezzo (Larghetto in E-Flat Major)Antonín Dvořák, Stefan Veselka
IV. Intermezzo (Garden Scene)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Mineria Symphony Orchestra, Carlos Miguel Prieto
OvertureJoseph Martin Kraus, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Petter Sundkvist
Mid-Winter (version for chorus, flute and harp)Bob Chilcott, Commotio, Alice James, Tanya Houghton, Matthew Berry
No. 3, Serenade, "Snow Shower"William Alwyn, The Bridge String Quartet
Christmas Eve. Ovsyen and Kolyada ProcessionNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Igor Golovschin
VI. Winter: SnowAlexander Glazunov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ondrej Lenard
The Winter's Tale, Op. 18: I. SicilianaLars-Erik Larsson, Jerker Johansson, Göteborg Wind Orchestra
Les patineurs, Op. 183 "The Skater's Waltz"Émile Waldteufel, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Alfred Walter
Introduction. Die Einleitung schildert die dicken NebelJoseph Haydn, Sibylla Rubens, Andreas Karasiak, Stephan MacLeod, Gewandhaus-Kammerchor, Leipziger Kammerorchester, Morten Schuldt-Jensen
I. Winterruhe. AndantinoJoachim Raff, Tra Nguyen
Les saisons (the Seasons), Op. 37b: I. January: By the FiresidePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Rashkovsky
Once in Royal David's CityHenry John Gauntlett, Rasmus H Thomsen
The Musical Sleigh-Ride (Arr. for Orchestra by Richard Hayman)Leopold Mozart, Richard Hayman Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hayman
III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
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