Dive into the captivating world of classical music with Sergei Prokofiev's "Boost The Day With Classical," a compelling collection of orchestral works set to release on September 15, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. This album is a vibrant showcase of Prokofiev's genius, blending classical and neoclassical styles to create a rich, engaging listening experience.
Spanning a diverse range of compositions, the album features iconic pieces such as the lively "Grand galop chromatique" and the enchanting "Serenata española," alongside lesser-known gems like "Vagharshapat Dance" and "Mutillen karrika-eresiak." Each track is a testament to Prokofiev's mastery of orchestration and his ability to evoke a wide spectrum of emotions through his music.
With a duration of 1 hour and 34 minutes, "Boost The Day With Classical" offers a substantial journey through Prokofiev's musical landscape. The album's dynamic range, from the playful "Polka de l'equilibrista" to the intense "Tarantelle in B-Flat Minor," ensures there's something to captivate every classical music enthusiast. Whether you're a longtime fan of Prokofiev or a newcomer to his work, this album promises a rewarding and enjoyable exploration of one of the 20th century's most influential composers.
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Tracks
No. 2 in C Major. Molto allegroCarl Czerny, Nicolas Horvath
II. Scherzo. VivacissimoSergei Prokofiev, Tianwa Yang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jun Markl
II. Allegro non troppo - Cadenza - Molto allegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
Grand galop chromatique, S. 219Franz Liszt, Goran Filipec
Meadowland (Polyushko, pole)Lev Knipper, Takako Nishizaki, Queensland Orchestra, Peter Breiner
V. TarentelleCamille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
Serenata española (Spanish Serenade)Joaquín Malats, Jordi Masó
V. Moderato - AnimatoPablo de Sarasate, Tianwa Yang, Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, Ernest Martinez Izquierdo
No. 1, Mit HumorRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
No. 2, Vagharshapat DanceArno Babadjanian, Mikael Ayrapetyan
IV. PrestoHélène de Montgeroult, Nicolas Horvath
III. Allegro moderatoJoly Braga Santos, Goran Filipec, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
III. AllegroFelix Mendelssohn, Tianwa Wang, Sinfonia Finlandia Jyvaskyla, Patrick Gallois
II. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Gabriel Schwabe, Roland Pöntinen
IV. Los Pescadores en Bajo de GuíaJoaquín Turina, Jordi Masó
Heydari, Op. 5 (Version for Piano)Nikoghayos Tigranian, Mikael Ayrapetyan
VI. Bezi liska k Taboru (Vixen Is Running) [arr. P. Breiner for orchestra]Leoš Janáček, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
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