Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Claude Debussy's "Romance" - Classical Moods, a captivating collection of 49 timeless pieces set to be released on August 31, 2025, under Warner Classics. This exquisite compilation spans a rich tapestry of genres and moods, from the delicate elegance of Elgar's "Salut d'amour" to the dramatic intensity of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2. Each track is a masterpiece in its own right, showcasing the unparalleled artistry of Claude Debussy and a host of other esteemed composers.
The album opens with a tender and romantic selection, setting the tone for a journey through a diverse range of emotions and styles. From the hauntingly beautiful "Song to the Moon" by Dvořák to the lively and spirited "Waltz of the Flowers" from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, "Romance" - Classical Moods offers a comprehensive exploration of the classical repertoire. The inclusion of well-known pieces like Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" and Chopin's "Berceuse" alongside lesser-known gems ensures a delightful and engaging listening experience.
With a duration of 3 hours and 53 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights, perfect for both casual listeners and classical connoisseurs. Whether you're in the mood for the soothing melodies of Debussy's "Clair de Lune" or the passionate arias of Puccini's operas, "Romance" - Classical Moods promises to captivate and inspire. Claude Debussy's masterful interpretations and the diverse selection of tracks make this album an essential addition to any classical music collection. Prepare to be transported to a world of musical splendor with "Romance" - Classical Moods.
Rachmaninov: 14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, VocaliseSergei Rachmaninoff, Natalie Dessay, Michael Schønwandt, Berliner Sinfonieorchester
Paganini: Cantabile in D Major, Op. 17Niccolò Paganini, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Gareth Morris, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir David Willcocks
Canteloube: Chants d'Auvergne, Vol. 1: No. 2, BaïlèroJoseph Canteloube, Dawn Upshaw, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Elgar: Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 82: II. Romance. AndanteEdward Elgar, Renaud Capuçon, Stephen Hough
Dvořák: Rusalka, Op. 114, Act 1: Song to the Moon. "Měsíčku na nebi hlubokém" (Rusalka)Antonín Dvořák, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Nikolai Lugansky
Beethoven: Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygne (Version for Cello and Harp)Camille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Hélène Grimaud, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez: II. Adagio (Excerpt)Joaquín Rodrigo, Julian Bream, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 4: No. 29, Final ScenePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Andante cantabile for Cello and Orchestra (After String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, John Eliot Gardiner, Steven Isserlis, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Che gelida manina" (Rodolfo)Giacomo Puccini, Pene Pati, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine, Emmanuel Villaume
Chopin: Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Freire
Schubert: Impromptu No. 3 in G-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Aurélien Pontier
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Leif Ove Andsnes
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 2: "Voi che sapete" (Cherubino)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Marianne Crebassa, Marc Minkowski, Mozarteumorchester Salzburg
Shostakovich / Orch. Atovmyan: Suite from the Gadfly, Op. 97a: VIII. RomanceDmitri Shostakovich, Daniel Hope, Maxim Shostakovich, BBC Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52: IV. LarghettoAntonín Dvořák, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Borodin: String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno (Excerpt)Alexander Borodin, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Dvořák: Rusalka, Op. 114, B. 203, Act 1: Song to the MoonAntonín Dvořák, Edgar Moreau, Jérémie Moreau
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: MéditationJules Massenet, Renaud Capuçon, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, Daniel Harding
Duport: Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major: II. RomanceJean-Louis Duport, Frédéric Lodéon, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris, Jean-Pierre Wallez
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Paavo Järvi
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 2: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Transcr. Kreisler & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Puccini : Manon Lescaut: IntermezzoGiacomo Puccini, Maurice Handford, Hallé
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Lauretta)Giacomo Puccini, Montserrat Caballé, Sir Charles Mackerras, London Symphony Orchestra
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Un bel dì vedremo" (Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Renata Scotto, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 1: Duo des fleurs. "Viens, Mallika" - "Dôme épais, le jasmin" (Lakmé, Mallika)Léo Delibes, Michel Plasson, Delphine Haidan, Natalie Dessay, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 1: Tatiana's Letter Scene. "Puskay pogibnu ya, no prezhde" (Tatiana)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester, Stefan Soltesz
Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Wagner: Wesendonck-Lieder: No. 5, Träume (Orch. Henze)Richard Wagner, Stephanie Blythe, John Nelson, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris
Brahms: 6 Piano Pieces, Op. 118: No. 2, Intermezzo in A MajorJohannes Brahms, Peter Donohoe
Debussy: Rêverie, CD 76, L. 68Claude Debussy, Aldo Ciccolini
Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Book 1, Op. 12: No. 1, AriettaEdvard Grieg, Daniel Adni
Mozart: Horn Concerto No. 4 in E-Flat Major, K. 495: II. Romance. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Guerrier, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris, John Nelson
Bizet: Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13, Act 1: Romance. "Je crois entendre encore" (Nadir)Georges Bizet, Georges Prêtre, Alain Vanzo, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
Mascagni: Cavalleria rusticana: IntermezzoPietro Mascagni, Mariss Jansons, Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra
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