handel: the queen of sheba - bach: brandenburg concerto - mozart: jupiter symphony - rossini: the barber of seville - grieg: solveig's song - bizet: l'arlésienne - tchaikovsky: waltz of the flowers - sir neville marriner
Handel: The Queen of Sheba - Bach: Brandenburg Concerto - Mozart: Jupiter Symphony - Rossini: The Barber of Seville - Grieg: Solveig's Song - Bizet: L'Arlésienne - Tchaikovsky: Waltz of the Flowers
Sir Neville Marriner, the renowned conductor and founder of the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, presents a captivating journey through the world of classical music with his latest album. This exquisite collection, set to release on March 18, 2025, under Warner Classics, spans a rich tapestry of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in history. With a runtime of 2 hours and 49 minutes, the album offers an immersive experience that showcases Marriner's unparalleled artistry and the exceptional skill of the orchestra.
The album opens with the regal and majestic "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" from Handel's Solomon, setting the stage for a diverse and enchanting musical voyage. It includes iconic pieces such as Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Mozart's Symphony No. 41 "Jupiter," and Rossini's lively overture from The Barber of Seville. Each track is meticulously selected and performed, highlighting Marriner's deep understanding and reverence for the classical repertoire.
From the delicate beauty of Grieg's "Solveig's Song" to the vibrant energy of Bizet's "Farandole" from L'Arlésienne, the album traverses a wide range of emotions and styles. The inclusion of Tchaikovsky's enchanting "Waltz of the Flowers" and the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio in G Minor" by Albinoni adds depth and variety to the collection. Marriner's interpretations are both nuanced and powerful, bringing out the unique character of each piece.
This album is a testament to Sir Neville Marriner's enduring legacy and his ability to breathe new life into timeless classics. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Handel: Solomon, HWV 67, Act 3: Sinfonia "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba"George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Elgar: CarissimaEdward Elgar, Northern Sinfonia Orchestra, Sir Neville Marriner
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the BumblebeeNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Boccherini: String Quintet in E Major, Op. 11 No. 5, G. 275: III. Minuetto - Trio (Arr. Woodhouse for String Orchestra)Luigi Boccherini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Holst: St. Paul's Suite, Op. 29 No. 2: IV. Finale. The DargasonGustav Holst, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Verdi: Rigoletto, Act 3: "La donna è mobile" (Instrumental Version, Arr. Pryce Jackman)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Purcell: Trumpet Sonata in D Major, Z. 850: III. AllegroHenry Purcell, Maurice André, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bach, JS / Orch. Marriner: Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, BWV 208 "Jagdkantate": IX. Aria. "Schafe können sicher weiden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Ian Watson
Berlioz: La damnation de Faust, Op. 24, H 111: Danse des sylphesHector Berlioz, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Britten: Simple Symphony, Op. 4: I. Boisterous BourréeBenjamin Britten, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Oboe in B-Flat Major, RV 548: III. Allegro (Arr. Thilde for Trumpet and Violin)Antonio Vivaldi, Sir Neville Marriner, Iona Brown, Maurice André, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bizet / Orch. Guiraud: Suite No. 2 de L'Arlésienne: IV. FarandoleGeorges Bizet, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bach, JS: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, George Malcolm
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: II. Les plaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Dvořák: Nocturne, Op. 40, B. 47Antonín Dvořák, Sir Neville Marriner, Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Lehár: Die lustige Witwe, Act 2: Vilja-Lied. "Es lebt eine Vilja, ein Waldmägdelein" (Hanna)Franz Lehár, Lucia Popp, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Puccini: Turandot, Act 3: "Nessun dorma" (Instrumental Version, Arr. Pryce Jackman)Giacomo Puccini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart, Sir Neville Marriner
Schubert: Rosamunde, Op. 26, D. 797: Entr'acte IIIFranz Schubert, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Stravinsky: Pulcinella: II. Serenata. “Mentre l’erbetta” - ScherzinoIgor Stravinsky, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Robert Tear
Falla: El sombrero de tres picos, Pt. 2: Danza de los vecinosManuel de Falla, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23, Act 4: No. 18, Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Lucia Popp
Rossini: Il barbiere di Siviglia: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Haydn: Die Schöpfung, Hob. XXI:2, Pt. 3: No. 34, Schlusschor. "Singt dem Herren alle Stimmen"Joseph Haydn, Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, Sir Neville Marriner, Barbara Bonney, Edith Wiens, Hans Peter Blochwitz, Jan-Hendrik Rootering, Südfunkchor
Handel / Orch. Connah: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1: Arioso. "Ombra mai fù"George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter": IV. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Albinoni: Adagio in G MinorRemo Giazotto, Tomaso Albinoni, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50 (Instrumental Version)Gabriel Fauré, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Shostakovich: Suite from The Gadfly, Op. 97a: V. Barrel Organ Waltz (Orch. Atovmyan)Dmitri Shostakovich, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: III. Scherzo. Allegro leggierissimo (Orchestral Version)Felix Mendelssohn, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Villa-Lobos: Fantasia para saxophone, W490: III. Très animéHeitor Villa-Lobos, John Harle, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Vaughan Williams: 3 Preludes Founded on Welsh Hymn Tunes: No. 2, Rhosymedre (Arr. Foster for String Orchestra)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Borodin: String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno. Andante (Orch. Marriner)Alexander Borodin, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Denis Vigay, Kenneth Sillito
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