Gabriele Bagnati's "Essential Classical Pieces on Piano" is a captivating collection of 27 meticulously arranged classical masterpieces, all beautifully interpreted through the lens of pianist Svetoslav Karparov. Released on February 9, 2024, under the Masterworks/Sony Music label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, from the ethereal "The Swan" by Camille Saint-Saëns to the dynamic "Beethoven's Fifth" by Ludwig van Beethoven. Each track is a testament to Bagnati's virtuosity and Karparov's creative arrangements, offering a fresh perspective on timeless classics. The album's duration of just over an hour makes it a perfect companion for both focused listening and casual enjoyment. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Bagnati's renditions promise to enchant and inspire, showcasing the enduring power and beauty of these essential pieces.
(P) 2024 Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH
Tracks
The Swan Piano Variation (From The Carnival of the Animals, R.125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriele Bagnati
The Moldau Piano Variation (From Ma Vlast, JB 1:112, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Bedřich Smetana, Gabriele Bagnati
Air Piano Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
Ode to Joy Piano Variation (From Symphony No. 9, Op. 125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
Pas De Deux Variation (From The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gabriele Bagnati
Wiegenlied Variation (From Fünf Lieder, Op. 49, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johannes Brahms, Gabriele Bagnati
Moonlight Sonata Variation (From Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
The Nutcracker March Variation (From The Nutcracker, Op. 71/TH 14, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gabriele Bagnati
Ave Maria Variation (From Méditation sur le Premier Prélude de Piano de Bach, CG 89, Arr. for Piano and Violin by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Canon in D Variation (From Canon in D Major, P. 37/T. 337, Arr. for Piano and Violin by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Pachelbel, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Lascia ch'io pianga Variation (From Rinaldo, HWV 7b, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)George Frideric Handel, Gabriele Bagnati
Mozart Lacrimosa Variation (From Requiem, K. 626, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
Morning Mood Variation (From Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Edvard Grieg, Gabriele Bagnati
Wedding March Variation (From A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Felix Mendelssohn, Gabriele Bagnati
Adagio Variation (From Adagio in G Minor, Arr. for Violin and Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Tomaso Albinoni, Remo Giazotto, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Mozart Symphony 40 Variation (From Symphony No. 40, K. 550, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Variation (From Serenade No. 13, K. 525, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
Dance of the Flutes Variation (From The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Gabriele Bagnati
Air Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
Für Elise Variation (From Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
The Sorcerer's Apprentice Variation (From L'Apprenti Sorcier, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Paul Dukas, Gabriele Bagnati
Beethoven's Fifth Variation (From Symphony No. 5, Op. 67, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
The Winter Allegro Variation (From The Four Seasons, RV 297/Op. 8, No. 4, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Antonio Vivaldi, Gabriele Bagnati
The Summer Presto Variation (From The Four Seasons, RV 315/Op. 8, No. 2, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Antonio Vivaldi, Gabriele Bagnati
The Flight of the Bumblebee (From The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Op. 57, Arr. for Piano by S. Rachmaninov)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Gabriele Bagnati
Walkürenritt (From The Valkyrie, WWV 86b, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Richard Wagner, Gabriele Bagnati
Aria Variation (From Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
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