Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary musical prowess of Daniel Barenboim in his upcoming album, "Barenboim - The Conductor," set to release on April 16, 2025, under UME - Global Clearing House. This meticulously curated collection spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, classical piano, opera, and chamber music, showcasing Barenboim's versatility and mastery as a conductor.
The album is a testament to Barenboim's deep connection with the classical repertoire, featuring iconic compositions from renowned composers such as Brahms, Berlioz, Debussy, Dvořák, Franck, Grieg, Honegger, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninoff, Ravel, Schubert, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Verdi, Wagner, and Widor. From the hauntingly beautiful "Pelléas et Mélisande Suite" by Debussy to the powerful "Symphonie fantastique" by Berlioz, each track is a masterclass in orchestral and pianistic excellence.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 39 minutes, the album offers an immersive journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical music. Highlights include the stirring "La Marseillaise," the enchanting "Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2" by Ravel, and the dramatic "Die Walküre" by Wagner. Barenboim's interpretations are marked by their depth, precision, and emotional resonance, making this album a must-listen for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
"Barenboim - The Conductor" is not just an album; it's a celebration of Daniel Barenboim's artistic genius and his enduring legacy in the world of classical music. Whether you're in the mood for the elegance of a piano sonata or the grandeur of a symphony, this collection promises to delight and inspire. Get ready to experience the magic of Daniel Barenboim's conducting like never before.
Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, Op. 80: II. Fileuse. Andantino quasi allegrettoGabriel Fauré, Berliner Philharmoniker, Daniel Barenboim
Requiem, Op. 5 (Grande Messe des Morts), H. 75: No. 3 Quid sum miserHector Berlioz, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim, Choeur de l'Orchestre de Paris, Arthur Oldham
Deux Fanfares du Martyre de Saint Sébastien, L. 124: Concile Des Faux Dieux: Prelude (Act 3)Claude Debussy, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Le Chasseur Maudit: Molto lentoCésar Franck, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 3 in F Major. Allegretto (Version for Orchestra)Johannes Brahms, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 10 in F Major. Presto (Version for Orchestra)Johannes Brahms, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Concerto For Oboe And Strings: 2. Minuet & MusetteRalph Vaughan Williams, Neil Black, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Two Aquarelles: Lento, Ma Non TroppoFrederick Delius, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Two Aquarelles: Gaily, But Not Too QuickFrederick Delius, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Two Pieces For Small Orchestra From The Film Music "Henry V": 1. Passacaglia. Death Of FalstaffWilliam Walton, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Two Pieces For Small Orchestra From The Film Music "Henry V": 2. Touch Her Soft Lips And PartWilliam Walton, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Messagequisse: Aussi rapide que possiblePierre Boulez, Hassan Moataz El Molla, West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Messagequisse: Très rapidePierre Boulez, Hassan Moataz El Molla, West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Messagequisse: Très lentPierre Boulez, Hassan Moataz El Molla, West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Messagequisse: Sans tempo, librePierre Boulez, Hassan Moataz El Molla, West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Le Chasseur Maudit: Andantino quasi allegrettoCésar Franck, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Psyché: II. Psyché enlevée par les ZéphyrsCésar Franck, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
La Descente de la courtilleRichard Wagner, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Symphony No. 3 in E Flat Major, Op. 97 "Rhenish": III. Nicht schnellRobert Schumann, Staatskapelle Berlin, Daniel Barenboim
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 120: II. Romanze. Ziemlich langsamRobert Schumann, Staatskapelle Berlin, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Sonata, CD 148: II. Intermède. Fantasque et légerClaude Debussy, Michael Barenboim, Daniel Barenboim
Cello Sonata, CD 144: II. Sérénade. Modérément animéClaude Debussy, Kian Soltani, Daniel Barenboim
Cello Sonata, CD 144: III. Finale. AniméClaude Debussy, Kian Soltani, Daniel Barenboim
Requiem, Op. 5 (Grande Messe des Morts), H. 75: No. 8 HostiasHector Berlioz, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim, Choeur de l'Orchestre de Paris, Arthur Oldham
La MarseillaiseClaude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, Plácido Domingo, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim, Choeur de l'Orchestre de Paris, Arthur Oldham
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: IV. Marche au supplice. Allegretto non troppoHector Berlioz, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Images For Orchestra, L. 122 / II. Ibéria: III. Le matin d'un jour de fêteClaude Debussy, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Le Martyre de Saint Sébastien - Fragments symphoniques, L. 124: I. La Cour des LysClaude Debussy, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
NocturneCésar Franck, Christa Ludwig, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Le Chasseur Maudit: Più animato-Allegro molto-Poco più allegro-Quasi prestoCésar Franck, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Psyché: III. Les jardins d'ErosCésar Franck, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2, M. 57b: III. Danse généraleMaurice Ravel, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Berlin, Daniel Barenboim
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioso (Quasi andantino) - Presto ma non assaiJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Berlin, Daniel Barenboim
Te Deum, WAB 45: II. Te ergo, quaesumusAnton Bruckner, Jessye Norman, Yvonne Minton, David Rendall, Samuel Ramey, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Die Walküre, WWV 86B - Concert version / Act 3: The Ride Of The WalkyresRichard Wagner, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Fantasia On "Greensleeves"Ralph Vaughan Williams, English Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
La Damnation de Faust, Op. 24 / Part 4: Scène No. 16 Invocation à la Nature. "Nature immense"Hector Berlioz, Plácido Domingo, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Slavonic Dances, Op. 46, B. 83: No. 1 in C Major. Furiant. PrestoAntonín Dvořák, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Slavonic Dances, Op. 46, B. 83: No. 8 in G Minor. Furiant. PrestoAntonín Dvořák, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor, WoO 1/1. Allegro molto (Orch. by Brahms)Johannes Brahms, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: 1. VillanelleHector Berlioz, Kiri Te Kanawa, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: 6. L'île inconnueHector Berlioz, Kiri Te Kanawa, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique: 1. "C'en est donc fait"Hector Berlioz, Jessye Norman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique: 4. "Non!...non, de vos demeures funèbres"Hector Berlioz, Jessye Norman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
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