Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Czech classical music with Antonín Dvořák's "Czech Classical Masterpieces," a meticulously curated collection set to release on June 12, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. This album is a celebration of Dvořák's genius, featuring a diverse array of his most beloved and influential works, spanning from enchanting chamber pieces to grand orchestral compositions.
With a runtime of 2 hours and 49 minutes, the album offers an extensive journey through Dvořák's musical evolution. It includes iconic pieces such as "Vltava" (My Country: Moldau), a symphonic poem that paints a vivid musical portrait of the Vltava River, and "Slava [Gloria]," a powerful choral work that showcases Dvořák's mastery of vocal composition. The album also features lesser-known gems like "Pierrotovo zastavenicko [Pierrot's Serenade]" and "Proroctvi a smrt Tarase Bulby (The Prophecy and Death of Taras Bulba)," offering a comprehensive exploration of Dvořák's creative range.
Dvořák's compositions are known for their lyrical melodies, intricate harmonies, and deep emotional resonance. This album encapsulates these qualities, presenting a harmonious blend of classical elegance and folk-inspired rhythms. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Czech Classical Masterpieces" promises a captivating listening experience that highlights the enduring legacy of Antonín Dvořák.
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Tracks
No. 8 in G MinorAntonín Dvořák, Slovenská filharmónia, Zdeněk Košler
II. Intermezzo. Hra na labute a pavyJosef Suk, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Joann Falletta
IV. MenuettoVitezslava Kaprálová, University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Kiesler
No. 12, —Paul Wranitzky, Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, Marek Štilec
I. Adagio con motoLeoš Janáček, New Zealand String Quartet
FuriantBedřich Smetana, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Darrell Ang
No. 1, Pierrotovo zastavenicko [Pierrot's Serenade]Bohuslav Martinů, Giorgio Koukl
Variation 4Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Lise Daoust, Elizabeth Dolin, Carmen Picard
SanctusJakub Jan Ryba, Dagmar Vankatova, Pavla Ksicova, Vladimir Dolezal, Václav Sibera, Czech Madrigalists Choir, Czech Madrigalists Orchestra, Josef Ksica, František Xaver Thuri
IV. Epilogue. To My HomelandVítězslav Novák, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
IV. Finale. PrestissimoLeopold Koželuch, Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, Marek Štilec
Etude No. 2 in G MajorDavid Popper, Dmitry Yablonsky
I. AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Prague Chamber Orchestra, Christian Benda
II. Minuetto. ModeratoJohann Baptist Vanhal, Vojtěch Podroužek, Jan Karas, Magdaléna Kutišová, Libor Ježek, Pavla Honsová, David Matoušek, Petr Kupčák, Michael Halasz
No. 7, Poco lento e graziosoAntonín Dvořák, Balazs Szokolay
II. Andante allegrettoCarl Czerny, Samuel Gingher, Sun-Young Shin, Benjamin Hayek
No. 2, Vltava (My Country: Moldau)Bedřich Smetana, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
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