Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting world of classical dance music with "A Journey through Classical Dances" - Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin & more. This exquisite compilation, released on June 12, 2025, by UME - Global Clearing House, brings together the timeless compositions of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Frédéric Chopin, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and eras.
Spanning a diverse range of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music, this album is a treasure trove of 80 meticulously curated tracks. With a total duration of 1 hour and 23 minutes, it provides a comprehensive exploration of classical dance music, showcasing the unparalleled artistry and innovation of these musical giants.
The album features a stunning array of compositions, from the delicate elegance of Mozart's serenades and minuets to the passionate intensity of Beethoven's waltzes and mazurkas. Chopin's contributions add a touch of romanticism and poetic depth, with his mazurkas and waltzes evoking a sense of nostalgia and longing. The inclusion of world premiere recordings, such as various versions of Mozart's "Serenade in C Major, K. 648," adds an element of discovery and excitement, offering listeners a chance to experience these masterpieces in a new light.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A Journey through Classical Dances" - Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin & more promises an unforgettable listening experience. Immerse yourself in the exquisite melodies, intricate harmonies, and rhythmic sophistication of these timeless works, and let the music transport you to a world of elegance, grace, and beauty. This album is not just a collection of songs; it is a celebration of the enduring legacy of classical dance music and the genius of its creators.
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for Orchestra): III. Menuet [I] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sebastian Breuninger, Peter Gerlach, Felix Leissner, Oscar Jockel, Herbert Blomstedt
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): VI. Menuet [II] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
6 Ländler for 2 Violins and Bass, WoO 15: No. 5 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Waltz No. 15 in E Major, Op. posth.: Tempo di ValseFrédéric Chopin, Ruth Slenczynska
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: IIa. Tema con Variazioni: k. Var. 10. Tempo di mazurkaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gidon Kremer, Giedre Dirvanauskaite, Khatia Buniatishvili
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 3 in CWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
Mazurka No. 40 In F Minor Op. 63 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich
Mazurka No. 11 in E Minor, Op. 17 No. 2. Lento, ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
Mazurka No. 24 in C Major, Op. 33 No. 3. SempliceFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
Swan Lake, Op. 20, TH 12 / Act II: No. 13d Danse des petits cygnes (Allegro moderato)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Mazurka No. 46 in C Major, Op. 68 No. 1. VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
6 Ländler for 2 Violins And Bass, WoO 15: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Lukas Hagen, Rainer Schmidt, Alois Posch
3 Ecossaises, Op. 72 No. 3: No. 2 in G MajorFrédéric Chopin, Mikhail Pletnev
18 Morceaux, Op. 72: 16. Valse à cinq temps - LivePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): VI. Menuet [II] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 2 in AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
Mazurka No. 49 in A Minor Op. 68 No. 2: LentoFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Mazurka in B-Flat Major, KK IVb/1 "Wołowska". AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Lilya Zilberstein
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH.35: 2e. Chinese Dance (Tea)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Waltz No. 6 In D Flat, Op. 64 No. 1 -"Minute": Molto vivaceFrédéric Chopin, Tamás Vásáry
Kleine Gigue in G Major, K. 574Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Víkingur Ólafsson
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Mazurka No. 48 in F Major, Op. 68 No. 3. Allegro ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
The Sleeping Beauty, Suite, Op. 66a, TH 234: 5. ValsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Witold Rowicki
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): IV. Polonoise "Boloneso" - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
Mazurka No. 46 in C Major, Op. 67 No. 3: AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Stanislav Bunin
5 Contredanses "Non più andrai", K. 609: No. 1 in C Major "Non più andrai"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Six Pieces, Op. 51, TH 143: VI. Valse sentimentale. Tempo di ValsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Daniel Lozakovich, Stanislav Soloviev
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 1 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): III. Menuet [I] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
Mazurka No. 15 in C Major, Op. 24 No. 2 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Dang Thai Son
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Mazurka No. 10 in B-Flat Major, Op. 17 No. 1. Vivo e risolutoFrédéric Chopin, Jean-Marc Luisada
6 Ländler for 2 Violins And Bass, WoO 15: No. 1 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Lukas Hagen, Rainer Schmidt, Alois Posch
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: IIa. Tema con Variazioni: g. Var. 6. Tempo di valsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gidon Kremer, Giedre Dirvanauskaite, Khatia Buniatishvili
Contredanse in D Major. Das Donnerwetter, K. 534Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
6 Ländler for 2 Violins and Bass, WoO 15: No. 2 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Les Sylphides (Orch. Douglas): III. Waltz No. 11 in G Major, Op. 70 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for Orchestra): IV. Polonoise "Boloneso" - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gewandhausorchester, Herbert Blomstedt
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 4 in GWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
3 Ecossaises, Op. 72 No. 3: No. 1 in D MajorFrédéric Chopin, Mikhail Pletnev
2 Bourrees, B160b: No. 2 In A MajorFrédéric Chopin, Anatol Ugorski
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): III. Menuet [I] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113 - Arr. by Richard Strauss: Rüpelhafter Spott-Tanz der 4 FauneLudwig van Beethoven, Bamberger Symphoniker, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Mazurka in B-Flat Major, KK IIa/3Frédéric Chopin, Lilya Zilberstein
Allemande in A Major, WoO 81Ludwig van Beethoven, Gianluca Cascioli
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
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