Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with Johannes Brahms' "Dances & Stage Works" - Brahms, Beethoven & Mozart. This captivating album, set for release on March 7, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, offers a comprehensive journey through the works of three titans of classical music. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, the album is a treasure trove of genres, including classical, classical piano, chamber music, and orchestra.
The album opens with Brahms' iconic "21 Hungarian Dances," a collection of lively and rhythmic pieces that showcase the composer's mastery of orchestration. Each dance, from the fiery "No. 1 in G Minor" to the graceful "No. 21 in E Minor," is a testament to Brahms' ability to capture the essence of Hungarian folk music and transform it into sophisticated orchestral works.
Following the Hungarian Dances, the album delves into Brahms' "Musik zu einem Ritterballet," a suite of pieces composed for a ballet. The suite includes a march, a hunting song, a romance, a war song, a drinking song, a German dance, and a coda, each piece offering a glimpse into the dramatic and narrative potential of orchestral music.
The album also features Brahms' "Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21," recorded live at the Accademia di Santa Cecilia in Rome in 2001. This monumental work, often referred to as "Beethoven's Tenth," is a powerful and innovative symphony that showcases Brahms' ability to push the boundaries of classical music.
In addition to Brahms' works, the album also includes compositions by Beethoven and Mozart. Beethoven's "12 Contredanses, WoO 14" and Mozart's "7 Minuets, K.65a" provide a fascinating contrast to Brahms' works, highlighting the evolution of classical music over time.
"Dances & Stage Works" is not just an album; it's a celebration of classical music, a testament to the enduring power of Brahms, Beethoven, and Mozart, and a must-listen for anyone interested in the rich history and diversity of this genre.
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 3 in F Major. Allegretto (Orch. Brahms)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 4 in F Minor. Poco sostenuto (Orch. Juon in F-Sharp Minor)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 5 in G Minor. Allegro (Orch. Schmeling)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D Major. Vivace (Orch. Schmeling)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 7 in F Major. Allegretto (Orch. Schmeling)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 8 in A Minor. Presto (Orch. Gál)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 9 in E Minor. Allegro non troppo (Orch. Gál)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 10 in F Major. Presto (Orch. Brahms)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 11 in D Minor. Poco andante (Orch. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 12 in D Minor. Presto (Orch. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 13 in D Major. Andantino grazioso (Orch. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 14 in D Minor. Un poco andante (Orch. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 16 in F Minor. Con moto (Orch. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 17 in F-Sharp Minor. Andantino (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 18 in D Major. Molto vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 19 in B Minor. Allegretto (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 20 in E Minor. Poco allegretto (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 21 in E Minor. Vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 1, MarschLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 3, Jagdlied. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 4, Romanze "Minnelied". AndantinoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 5, Kriegslied. Allegro assai con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 6, Trinklied. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 7, Deutscher Tanz. WalzerLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 8, Coda. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 1]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 2]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 3]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 4]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: I. Adagio molto - Allegro con brio - Live at Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, 2001Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: II. Andante cantabile con moto - Live at Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, 2001Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: III. Menuetto. Allegro molto e vivace - Live at Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, 2001Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: IV. Finale. Adagio - Allegro molto e vivace - Live at Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, 2001Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4 in B-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 7 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
7 Minuets, K.65a: No. 1 in G MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
7 Minuets, K.65a: No. 2 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
7 Minuets, K.65a: No. 3 in A MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
7 Minuets, K.65a: No. 4 in F MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
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