Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Erik Satie with "Lean Back Classical," a captivating collection of classical piano and orchestral masterpieces set to release on September 13, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label. This album spans a rich tapestry of genres within the classical realm, offering a diverse and engaging listening experience that showcases Satie's timeless compositions alongside arrangements by notable artists like Paul Breiner and Michael Riesman.
"Lean Back Classical" features a meticulously curated selection of tracks, including the serene "Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2," the evocative "Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. Allegro," and the delicate "Romance in F Major, Op. 36, R. 195." Each piece is performed with exquisite precision, bringing to life the intricate melodies and harmonies that define Satie's unique musical language.
With a duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, this album is a testament to Satie's enduring influence and the timeless appeal of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Lean Back Classical" promises to be a delightful addition to your music library, offering a blend of familiar favorites and lesser-known gems that highlight the breadth of Satie's artistic vision.
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Tracks
No. 2, PasserErik Satie, Nicolas Horvath
Notturno, Op. 38Blagoje Bersa, Goran Filipec
II. Largo (Arr. P. Breiner for Piano & Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Breiner, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Romance in F Major, Op. 36, R. 195 (Version for Cello & Orchestra)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Schwabe, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
III. Lento assaiPablo de Sarasate, Tianwa Yang, Navarre Symphony Orchestra, Ernest Martinez Izquierdo
II. You Saved My SoulBaal HaSulam, Mikael Ayrapetyan
Au Chateau et dans le Parc: III. Toto deguise en Suisse d'egliseDéodat de Séverac, Jordi Masó
Serenade-BarcarolleBlagoje Bersa, Goran Filipec
No. 1, Nicht schnellRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
Little Evening MusicPeter Breiner
III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Gabriel Schwabe, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Ward
No. 2, Un poco più mossoFranz Liszt, Goran Filipec
No. 2, Die Mainacht (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Johannes Brahms, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
Romance in C Major, Op. 48Camille Saint-Saëns, Tianwa Yang, Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Marc Soustrot
Song Without WordsMakar Ekmalian, Mikael Ayrapetyan
Keyboard Sonata in A Major, Kk. 499Domenico Scarlatti, Goran Filipec
No. 3, Tempo de Vals lento (Arr. P. Breiner for guitar and orchestra)Enrique Granados, Norbert Kraft, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
No. 5, Anthémise du RoussillonGermaine Tailleferre, Nicolas Horvath
Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Tianwa Yang, Markus Hadulla
The Hours: Choosing Life (Arr. M. Riesman & N. Muhly for Piano)Philip Glass, Nicolas Horvath
No. 2, Muy dulceXavier Montsalvatge, Jordi Masó
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: I. Allegro (Arr. P. Breiner for Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Peter Breiner
No. 7, Prelude in D-Sharp MinorSarkis Barkhudarian, Mikael Ayrapetyan
II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Tianwa Yang, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Antoni Wit
No. 8, The First SnowMikael Ayrapetyan
Ilargitan, emazte-gayanerontz (Singing in the Moonlight)Aita Donostia, Jordi Masó
II. Adagio non troppoHélène de Montgeroult, Nicolas Horvath
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