Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Claude Debussy with "Valentine's Day," a captivating collection of classical masterpieces set to release on February 13, 2025, under Sony Classical/Sony Music. This exquisite album spans a generous 2 hours and 29 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of Debussy's timeless compositions and arrangements by other renowned artists.
The tracklist is a treasure trove of beloved pieces, including the serene "Clair de Lune," the hauntingly beautiful "Rêverie," and the delicate "Gymnopédie No. 3." Fans of Debussy will also delight in the inclusion of "Suite Bergamasque" and "La plus que Lent (Valse)," showcasing the composer's signature impressionistic style. The album also features arrangements of works by other composers, such as Puccini's "Nessun dorma" and Mahler's "Adagietto," highlighting Debussy's influence and the enduring appeal of these classical pieces.
"Valentine's Day" is a celebration of Debussy's musical genius, offering both familiar favorites and lesser-known gems. Whether you're a longtime admirer of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album is a perfect addition to your collection. Experience the elegance and sophistication of Debussy's compositions, performed with exquisite artistry and attention to detail.
Tracks
Romance in F Major, Op. 36Camille Saint-Saëns, Maximilian Hornung, Bamberg Symphony, Sebastian Tewinkel
Lied ohne Worte No. 1 in E Major, Op. 19Felix Mendelssohn, David Theodor Schmidt
O mio babbino caro (From Gianni Schicchi, SC 88, Arr. for Piano and Cello by E. M. Fard)Giacomo Puccini, Louis Philippson, Michael Bosch
Gymnopédie No. 3 (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Erik Satie, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Suite for Violoncello and Orchestra, Op. 16: II. Sérenade. AndantinoCamille Saint-Saëns, Maximilian Hornung, Sebastian Tewinkel
Je te veuxErik Satie, Olga Scheps
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 60: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant (Arr. for Piano Trio by Julian Riem)Maurice Ravel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem, Daniel Dodds
Pavane, Op. 50 (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Gabriel Fauré, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
A Chloris in E Major (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Charlie Siem, Paul Goodwin
Piano Concerto in E Major: II. Danse. VifReynaldo Hahn, William Youn, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Valentin Uryupin
Ravel Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 by Ketan & Vivan Bhatti)Maurice Ravel, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
Gymnopédie No. 1 (Arr. for Cello and Guitar)Erik Satie, Jan Vogler, Ismo Eskelinen
Lakmé: Flower Duet (Arr. for Violin and Strings by Vivan & Ketan Bhatti)Léo Delibes, Esther Abrami
The Swan Piano Variation (From The Carnival of the Animals, R.125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriele Bagnati
Mahler: Symphony of a Thousand Piano Variation (After Symphony No. 8, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Gustav Mahler, Louis Philippson
RêverieAngela Morley, Esther Abrami, Her Ensemble
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: No. 7, AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Ross Pople, London Festival Orchestra
À Chloris (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Reynaldo Hahn, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
Debussy Sunken Cathedral Variation (From Préludes, CD 125/L. 117, No. 10, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Claude Debussy, Gabriele Bagnati
Monteverdi Madrigali Amorosi Variation (From Madrigals, Book 5, SV 94-106, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Claudio Monteverdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
Beau soirClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Puccini Tosca Te Deum Variation (From Tosca, H.146, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giacomo Puccini, Tim Allhoff, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Chansons grises: V. L'heure exquise (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
Madama Butterfly: Humming ChorusGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Mélodie-Elégie, Op. 10, No. 5Jules Massenet, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Tosca: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Fauré Après Un Rêve Piano Variation (From 3 Songs, Op. 7, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gabriel Fauré, Gabriele Bagnati
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jan Vogler, Helmut Branny
Mahler Adagietto Variation (From Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor, Arr. for Violin and Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gustav Mahler, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
La plus que Lent (Valse)Claude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Gymnopédie No. 2: Lent et tristeErik Satie, Olga Scheps
Tendrement (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Erik Satie, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, Gerald Fauth
Ravel Bolero Variation (After Bolero, M. 81, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Maurice Ravel, Louis Philippson
Tosca: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Morceau de concoursGabriel Fauré, Maximilian Hornung
LimelightCharlie Chaplin, Maximilian Hornung
Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen, Arr. for Cello and Piano: I. Wenn mein Schatz Hochzeit machtGustav Mahler, Maximilian Hornung, Milana Chernyavska
Nocturne & ScherzoClaude Debussy, Maximilian Hornung
La donna è mobile Piano Variation (From Rigoletto, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati
Claire de luneClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Verdi La Traviata Variation (From La Traviata: Libiamo ne' lieti calici, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Pièce en forme de Habanera, M. 51Maurice Ravel, Magali Mosnier, Marco Armiliato
Mélodies, Op. 7: I. Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Après un rêve, Op. 7, No. 1 (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Gabriel Fauré, William Youn
Six épigraphes antiques for Piano Four Hands, L. 131: V. Pour l'ÉgyptienneClaude Debussy, Tal & Groethuysen
Satie Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Gymnopédie No. 1 by Svetoslav Karparov)Erik Satie, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Nikolai Tokarev
Shylock, Op. 57: V. NocturneGabriel Fauré, Sinfonieorchester Basel, Ivor Bolton
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