Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "'80 Classical Masterworks": From Bach to Beethoven. This exquisite compilation, set for release on September 5, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to Mozart's enduring genius and his profound influence on the classical music landscape. Spanning a concise yet captivating 66 minutes, this album is a curated journey through some of the most iconic compositions in the classical, opera, and chamber music genres.
The album opens with the lively "Orchestral Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. Badinerie" by Johann Sebastian Bach, setting the stage for a diverse exploration of musical brilliance. Mozart's own compositions, including the enchanting "Ascanio in Alba, K.111 / Part 1: Andante grazioso" and the dynamic "Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 'Jupiter': III. Menuetto. Allegretto," showcase his unparalleled ability to blend technical mastery with emotional depth. The album also features works by Ludwig van Beethoven, such as the poignant "Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto" and the spirited "12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10."
Each track is a masterpiece in its own right, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of classical music. From the intricate variations of "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni" to the graceful "Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G, BWV 1048: 2. Adagio" by Bach, this album is a celebration of the timeless beauty and innovation that define the classical genre. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to classical music, "'80 Classical Masterworks": From Bach to Beethoven promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
Orchestral Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): No. 5 Agité, attr.to MozartWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Anton Steck
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Waltz No. 19 in A minor, Op. posth.Frédéric Chopin, Peter Jablonski
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Ascanio in Alba, K.111 / Part 1: Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mozarteumorchester Salzburg, Leopold Hager
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 8 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: 7. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Ulrich Herkenhoff, Amati-Ensemble, Attila Balogh, Jakob Schmidt, Ruth Spitzenberger
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3 in F MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E Minor. Largo - Recorded 1974Frédéric Chopin, Maurizio Pollini
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": TemaFrédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 1 (Brillante)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 2 (Veloce, ma accuratamente)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 3 (Sempre sostenuto)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 4Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 5 (Adagio)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter": III. Menuetto. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Symphoniker, Ferenc Fricsay
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): No. 9 AndantinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Anton Steck
Symphony No. 30 in D Major, K. 202: IV. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bernhard Paumgartner, Camerata Salzburg
Bastien und Bastienne, K.50: IntradaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Stepp
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Études, Op. 10: No. 12 in C Minor "Revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, Maurizio Pollini
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 11Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 1Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 2Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 3Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 4Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 5Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 6Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 7Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 8Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 9Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 10Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 11Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G, BWV 1048: 2. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 6 in G MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Minuets, WoO 7: No. 1 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 8Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 7 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 7Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Minuets, WoO 7: No. 6 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Ulrich Herkenhoff, Amati-Ensemble, Attila Balogh, Jakob Schmidt, Ruth Spitzenberger
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