Immerse yourself in the serene and timeless compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Peaceful Classical Reflections," a meticulously crafted album set to release on February 26, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical/Sony Music label. This collection of 101 tracks offers a soothing journey through the classical genre, with a particular focus on classical piano arrangements that span a total duration of 2 hours and 16 minutes.
"Peaceful Classical Reflections" is not just a compilation but a testament to Bach's enduring influence, featuring a blend of his original works and creative variations by contemporary arrangers. The album includes well-known pieces such as "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3, "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," and "Prelude" from Cello Suite No. 1, alongside lesser-known gems like "Die Zauberflöte: Aria Variation" and "Mozart Lacrimosa Variation." Each track has been carefully selected and arranged to evoke a sense of tranquility and reflection.
The album showcases the artistry of various arrangers and performers, including Svetoslav Karparov, Jan-Peter Klöpfel, and Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard, who bring fresh perspectives to Bach's compositions. From the delicate "Clair de Lune" to the profound "Lacrimosa," each piece is a masterclass in emotional depth and musical sophistication.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Bach's work or a newcomer to classical music, "Peaceful Classical Reflections" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. It's an ideal companion for moments of relaxation, contemplation, or simply appreciating the timeless beauty of classical music. Prepare to be enchanted by the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation in this exquisite collection.
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Tracks
Die Zauberflöte: Aria Variation (Arr. for Piano from K. 620 by Vivan und Ketan Bhatti)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Olga Scheps
Liszt: Liebestraum Variation (After Liebesträume, S.541, No. 3, Arr. for Piano by E. M. Fard)Franz Liszt, Louis Philippson
Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation (From Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Gabriele Bagnati
Für Elise Variation (From Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
Du bist wie eine Blume, Op. 25, No. 24 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): III. Menuetto & TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Air Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
Jesu meine Freude, BWV 1105 (Choral Prelude, Arr. for Cello and Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Jan Vogler, Martin Stadtfeld
Vivaldi Variation (Arr. for Piano from Concerto for Strings in G Minor, RV 156 by F. Christl)Antonio Vivaldi, Florian Christl
Suite from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 492 (Arr. for String Quartet by Jan Vogler): No. 7 Andante con moto: "Sagt, holde Frauen, die ihr sie kennt"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jan Vogler, Colin Jacobsen, Mira Wang, Tatjana Masurenko
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Ombra mai fu (Arr. for Cello and Piano)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Goldberg Reflections Aria for Violin, String Orchestra & HarpsichordWolf Kerschek, Niklas Liepe, Nils Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips
Aria Variation (From Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
Joy (After Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147, No. 10 and Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, Op.125: IV. "Ode to Joy")Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Double Concerto for Violin, Cello, Strings and Continuo in B-Flat Major, RV 547: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Jan Vogler, Giuliano Carmignola
Mendelssohn Variation (From Violin Concerto, Op.64/ MWV O14, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Felix Mendelssohn, Gabriele Bagnati
Liebesliederwalzer, Op. 52: No. 6, Ein kleiner hübscher VogelJohannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Maximilian Hornung, Nicholas Rimmer
Widmung, Op. 25, No. 1Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer
Stücke für Klavier, Op. 118: V. Romanze in F Major (Andante)Johannes Brahms, David Theodor Schmidt
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Arr. for Cello and Piano by Julian Riem)Edward Elgar, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Lied ohne Worte No. 18 in A-Flat Major, Op. 38, No. 6, "Duetto"Felix Mendelssohn, David Theodor Schmidt
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, "Winter", Arr. for Violoncello: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sol Gabetta, I Sonatori de la Gioiosa Marca
An die Nachtigall. Op. 46, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
Bach: Prelude Piano Variation (After Cello Suite No. 1, BWV 1007, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Johann Sebastian Bach, Louis Philippson
Suleika, Op. 34, No. 4Felix Mendelssohn, Nils Mönkemeyer
Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
Canon, P.37 (Arr. for Piano four hands by Martin Stadtfeld)Johann Pachelbel, Martin Stadtfeld, Lilian Akopova
Handel Sarabande Variation (Arr. for Piano from Sarabande, HWV 437)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
Rinaldo, HWV 7: Lascia ch'io pianga (Arr. for Piano)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
Nocturnes, Op. 32: II. Lento (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Julian Riem)Frédéric Chopin, Olga Scheps, Raphaela Gromes
Mozart Lacrimosa Variation (From Requiem, K. 626, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
Alcina, HWV 34: Verdi prati (Arr. for Cello & Harpsichord by Julian Riem)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Myrthen, Op. 25: I. Widmung (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Robert Schumann, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Tannhäuser, WWV 70: Lied an den Abendstern (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Richard Wagner, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Rêverie au bord de la mer, WoOJacques Offenbach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 Variation (After Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Philippson
Air Piano Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major, BWV 1046: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Barock Solisten, Reinhard Goebel
Wiegala (Arr. for Violin and String Quintet by Esther Abrami)Ilse Weber, Esther Abrami, Esther Abrami Ensemble
Mozart Symphony 40 Variation (From Symphony No. 40, K. 550, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
Moonlight Sonata Variation (From Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
Als die alte Mutter mich noch lehrte singen, Op. 55, No. 4 (Arr. for Violin and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469 (Arr. for Violin, String Quintet & Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Norwegian String Quintet, Tim Allhoff
Wenn ich ein Vöglein wär, Op. 43, No. 1 (Arr. for Viola, Cello and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer, Hannah Weber
Klänge, Op. 66/1Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
Wie bist du meine Königin, Op. 32/9Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Maximilian Hornung, Antonello Manacorda
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