Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with "Light Classical Favourites, Vol. 1" by Hector Berlioz. This captivating album, released on January 1, 2000, under the Maestoso label, is a treasure trove of orchestral masterpieces that span a rich duration of 4 hours and 4 minutes. Berlioz, a French Romantic composer and conductor, brings together a diverse collection of compositions that showcase his unparalleled talent and the timeless beauty of classical music.
The album features a stunning array of overtures, dances, and suites, including iconic pieces like "Roman Carnival Overture," "Overture to 'William Tell'," and the mesmerizing "Nutcracker Suite." Each track is a testament to Berlioz's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and atmospheres, from the lively and energetic to the serene and contemplative. The inclusion of works by other renowned composers such as Gioachino Rossini and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky adds depth and variety to the collection, making it a comprehensive journey through the world of classical music.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Light Classical Favourites, Vol. 1" offers a delightful and enriching experience. The meticulous arrangement of tracks ensures a seamless flow, allowing you to savor the intricate melodies and harmonies that define Berlioz's compositions. This album is not just a compilation of songs; it is a celebration of the enduring legacy of Hector Berlioz and the timeless appeal of classical music.
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Tracks
Roman Carnival OvertureHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "William Tell"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Creatures Of Prometheus"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Chorus Of The Hebrew Slaves From "Nabucco"Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Dances From "William Tell"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Dance Of The Hours From "La Gioconda"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Dances From "Otello"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Ride Of The ValkyriesHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Skaters WaltzHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Scherzo From "Octet For Strings"Domenico Cimarosa, Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Invitation To The DanceHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Miniature OvertureHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: MarchHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Dance Of The Sugar-Plum FairyHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: TrepakGeorges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Arabian DanceHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Chinese DanceHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Dance Of The FlutesHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Nutcracker Suite: Waltz Of The FlowersHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture From "The Force Of Destiny"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Magic Flute"Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Italian Girl In Algiers"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Sicilian Vespers"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "Zampa"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "Egmont"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "Don Giovanni"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Enigma VariationsHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Danse MacabreHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Classical SymphonyHector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "Poet And Peasant"Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Suite From "Carmen"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Siege Of Corinth"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "The Secret Marriage"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Overture To "Obern"Hector Berlioz, Gioachino Rossini, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Richard Wagner, Émile Waldteufel, Felix Mendelssohn, Carl Maria von Weber, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ferdinand Hérold, Edward Elgar, Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Prokofiev, Franz von Suppé, Georges Bizet, Domenico Cimarosa, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
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