Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Intermezzo" - Quiet the Mind, a meticulously curated collection of classical masterpieces set for release on March 18, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical label. Spanning a generous 4 hours and 2 minutes, this album is a sanctuary of serenity, featuring an exquisite selection of Bach's most enchanting compositions alongside works from other classical greats.
The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Gymnopédie No. 1" and continues with a journey through some of the most beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. From the delicate "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3 to the poignant "Adagio" from Piano Concerto No. 23, each track is a testament to Bach's unparalleled genius and his enduring influence on the world of classical music.
"Intermezzo" - Quiet the Mind is not just a compilation but a carefully crafted experience designed to soothe the soul and calm the mind. The album's diverse selection of pieces, ranging from the ethereal "Valse triste" to the majestic "Symphonie fantastique," offers a rich tapestry of sounds that will captivate and inspire listeners. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to be a cherished addition to your music library.
With its blend of timeless classics and hidden gems, "Intermezzo" - Quiet the Mind is a celebration of the enduring power of Bach's music. Let the soothing melodies and harmonies transport you to a place of tranquility and peace, where the beauty of classical music can be fully appreciated.
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Tracks
Trois Gymnopédies: Gymnopédie No. 1 in D Major: Lent et douloureuxErik Satie, Charles Gerhardt, National Philharmonic Orchestra, David Watkins, William Bennett, David Theodore, Tom Kelly, James Brown
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: IV. Les entretiens de la belle et la bêteMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: VII. Apothéose. Le jardin féeriqueMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Concerto in D Minor: II. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Schwanengesang, D.957: No. 4 SerenadeFranz Schubert, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
The Nutcracker, Op. 71: Valse des fleursPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Khatia Buniatishvili, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part III, Lever du jourMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Cavalleria rusticana: Act I: Intermezzo sinfonicoPietro Mascagni, James Levine, National Philharmonic Orchestra
Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Andrew Davis, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra
Suite No. 2 for Jazz Orchestra: VII. Waltz IIDmitri Shostakovich, Dmitri Kitayenko, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Hr-sinfonieorchester
Valse triste from Kuolema, Op.44Jean Sibelius, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Gustavo Dudamel, Wiener Philharmoniker
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin & James Halliday )Antonio Vivaldi, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, Vocalise in E Minor (Version for Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Lazar Gosman, Tchaikovsky Chamber Orchestra
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. Tuileries (Dispute d'enfants après jeux)Modest Mussorgsky, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Two Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: II. The Last SpringEdvard Grieg, Eugene Ormandy
Rusalka, Op. 114: Song to the Moon (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra by Joshua Bell)Antonín Dvořák, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Orchestra of St. Luke's
Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 437: III. Sarabande (Arr. for Orchestra) [Excerpt]George Frideric Handel, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Pavane pour une Infante défunteMaurice Ravel, Marie-Claire Jamet, Ayako Shinozaki
Variation XVIII: Andante cantabile from Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 43Sergei Rachmaninoff, Andrew Davis
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: II. Un bal. ValseHector Berlioz, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Philippe Entremont, Gaby Casadesus, Yo-Yo Ma, Michel Cerruti, Michel Cals, Régis Pasquier, Yan Pascal Tortelier, Gabin Lauridon, Gerard Causse, Alain Marion, Michel Arrignon
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: I. Morning Mood (Allegretto pastorale)Edvard Grieg, Andrew Davis, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: IV. In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, Andrew Davis, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Abendlied, Op. 85, No. 12 (Arr. for String Orchestra by Johan Svendsen)Robert Schumann, Lucerne Festival Strings, Daniel Dodds
I. Overture: II. RondoHenry Purcell, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Canon & Gigue in D Major, P. 37: CanonJohann Pachelbel, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Les Contes d'Hoffmann: BarcarolleJacques Offenbach, Valery Gergiev, Wiener Philharmoniker
Liebestraum No. 3 in A-Flat Major, S. 541/3Franz Liszt, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Sir Colin Davis, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
Swan Lake, Op. 20, TH 12 (Excerpts): Act II No. 13 Danses des cygnes. IV. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Polovetsian Dances from Prince Igor: IntroduzioneAlexander Borodin, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Polovetsian Dances from Prince Igor: Moderato alla breveAlexander Borodin, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern, Itzhak Perlman
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": I. Erwachen heiterer Empfindungen bei der Ankunft auf dem Lande. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: I. Allegro molto appassionataFelix Mendelssohn, Ray Chen, Daniel Harding, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra
III. Nocturne from String Quartet No. 2 in D MajorAlexander Borodin, Saulius Sondeckis, St. Petersburg Camerata
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68, "Pastorale": I. Allegro ma non troppo, "Awakening of cheerful feelings on arriving in the countryside"Ludwig van Beethoven, Yo-Yo Ma, Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII - Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Var. IX. (Nimrod). AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21: III. Allegro vivaceFrédéric Chopin, Murray Perahia, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, Jacqueline du Pré, Philadelphia Orchestra
Serenade in G Major, K. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik": II. Romance. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Slavonic Dances, Op. 72, B. 147: No. 2, DumkaAntonín Dvořák, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Water Music: Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348, VII. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Zoroastre, RCT 62, Acte III, Scène VII: Gavotte en rondeauJean-Philippe Rameau, Teodor Currentzis
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