Antonio Vivaldi's "1600s & Beyond" is a captivating journey through the timeless elegance of classical music, set to release on October 23, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This album is a testament to Vivaldi's enduring legacy, featuring a meticulously curated selection of his most celebrated works alongside compositions from other renowned composers.
Spanning a concise yet impactful 53 minutes, the album is a vibrant tapestry of genres and moods, showcasing Vivaldi's mastery of the Baroque style and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. From the lively "Allegro" movements to the serene "Largo" and the playful "Alla Turca," each track offers a unique glimpse into the musical brilliance of the era.
The album opens with Vivaldi's "Sinfonia for Strings in B Minor, RV 168: I. Allegro," setting the stage for a journey that includes iconic pieces like "Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: 3. Alla Turca (Allegretto)" and "Symphony No. 5 In E Minor, Op. 64, TH.29: 4. Finale (Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace)." Vivaldi's compositions are interspersed with works by other masters, such as Chopin, Brahms, and Saint-Saëns, creating a rich and diverse listening experience.
"1600s & Beyond" is not just a collection of classical pieces; it's a celebration of the enduring appeal of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling introduction to the works of Antonio Vivaldi and his contemporaries. Prepare to be transported to a world of musical excellence and timeless beauty.
Symphony No. 5 In E Minor, Op. 64, TH.29: 4. Finale (Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wiener Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Carnaval, Op. 9: XII. Chopin. AgitatoRobert Schumann, Lang Lang
Le Carnaval des Animaux, R. 125: FossilesCamille Saint-Saëns, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, André Previn
Etudes, CD 143: VI. Pour les huit doigtsClaude Debussy, Mitsuko Uchida
Les petits riens, Ballet, K. 299b: No. 10, AgitéWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 8Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 10 in C-Sharp Minor. Molto allegroFrédéric Chopin, Adam Harasiewicz
Piano Version of Ballet Music from Ascanio in Alba, K.Anh207: No. 5Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Francesco Piemontesi
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 7, Deutscher Tanz. WalzerLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 20. Baba Yaga the WitchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Olli Mustonen
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 18 in D Major. Molto vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Weller
Le Carnaval des Animaux: VolièresCamille Saint-Saëns, Irena Grafenauer, Martha Argerich, Nelson Freire, Gidon Kremer, Isabelle van Keulen, Tabea Zimmermann, Mischa Maisky, Georg Maximilian Hörtnagel
Petite suite pour piano (Quatre mains), L. 65: 1. En bateau - Pt. 1Claude Debussy, Philippe Cassard, François Chaplin
Petite suite pour piano (Quatre mains), L. 65: 1. En bateau - Pt. 2Claude Debussy, Philippe Cassard, François Chaplin
Petite suite pour piano (Quatre mains), L. 65: 1. En bateau - Pt. 3Claude Debussy, Philippe Cassard, François Chaplin
Sinfonia for Strings in B Minor, RV 168: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
19 Minuets K.103: No. 16 in GWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Partita No. 5 in G, BWV 829: 5. Tempo di minuettoJohann Sebastian Bach, Claudio Arrau
Two Contredanses, K.603: No. 1 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Symphony No. 33 in B-Flat Major, K. 319: 2c. Andante moderato - Pt. 3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gürzenich Orchester Köln, Günter Wand
Piano Sonata No. 22 in F, Op. 54: 3. Più AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Le Carnaval des Animaux: Poules et CoqsCamille Saint-Saëns, Martha Argerich, Nelson Freire, Eduard Brunner, Gidon Kremer, Isabelle van Keulen, Tabea Zimmermann
Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 10. PolkaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Olli Mustonen
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 3 Vivace in G Major, C. 168 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4Johannes Brahms, Leonidas Kavakos, Yuja Wang
Fantasia & Fugue in A Minor, BWV 944: I. FantasiaJohann Sebastian Bach, Rafał Blechacz
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: I. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: III. CouranteGeorge Frideric Handel, Seong-Jin Cho
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Children's Album, Op. 39, TH 141: 4. Playing HobbyhorsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa
Nocturne, L. 82 - Pt. 1Claude Debussy, Werner Haas
Nocturne, L. 82 - Pt. 2Claude Debussy, Werner Haas
Nocturne, L. 82 - Pt. 3Claude Debussy, Werner Haas
Nocturne, L. 82 - Pt. 4Claude Debussy, Werner Haas
Nocturne, L. 82 - Pt. 5Claude Debussy, Werner Haas
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 14 Allegro in E-Flat Minor, C. 179 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: Ia. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Lorin Maazel
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: VI. KangourousCamille Saint-Saëns, Alfons Kontarsky, Aloys Kontarsky, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: VI. [Minuet] for HornsGeorge Frideric Handel, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 5, Kriegslied. Allegro assai con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan