Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Antonio Vivaldi's "Rainy Day Classical," set to release on October 20, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label. This exquisite collection spans a generous 2 hours and 39 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Vivaldi's enduring genius and the profound beauty of classical music.
The album is a meticulously curated selection of Vivaldi's most enchanting works, including iconic pieces like "The Four Seasons," "Gymnopedie No. 3," and "Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major. Sostenuto, B. 107 'Raindrop'." Each track is a masterclass in musical expression, showcasing Vivaldi's unparalleled ability to evoke a range of emotions through his compositions.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Elegy for English Horn, Harp & String Orchestra" to the lively "Rondo allegretto," this album is a testament to Vivaldi's versatility and his enduring influence on the classical music landscape. The inclusion of arrangements by renowned artists such as J. Daunytė, E. Rydvall, and P. Vidal adds a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, making "Rainy Day Classical" a must-listen for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Whether you're seeking solace in the soothing melodies of "Prelude in A Minor" or the stirring rhythms of "Guitar Sonata No. 8 in B Minor," this album promises a captivating journey through the heart of classical music. Antonio Vivaldi's "Rainy Day Classical" is not just an album; it's an experience that will leave you enchanted and inspired.
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Tracks
IV. Serenade. AndantinoValentin Silvestrov, Janusz Wawrowski, Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Lyndon-Gee
The Moon's a Harsh MistressJimmy Webb, Mats Bergström
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major. Sostenuto, B. 107 "Raindrop"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Höör Barock, Dohyo Sol
Tea and ToastPeter Breiner
Due Tramonti (Arr. for Euphonium & Piano by Anonymous)Ludovico Einaudi, David Childs, Christopher Williams
Elegy for English Horn, Harp & String OrchestraPeter Boyer, Christine Pendrill, Bryn Lewis, London Symphony Orchestra
Gymnopedie No. 3Erik Satie, Klara Kormendi
II. ElegieKemal Belevi, Silvia Grasso, Livio Grasso
No. 1, For Felicia MontealegreLeonard Bernstein, Warren Lee
Lamento de BoabdilGaspar Cassadó, Dmitry Yablonsky, Laia Martín
VII. LovsångJean Sibelius, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Nicholas Collon
Guitar Sonata No. 8 in B MinorJuan Antonio de Vargas y Guzmán, Richard Savino, William Skeen
Rondo allegrettoJohan Wilhelm Ankar, Anders Ericson
I. EvocaciónJose Luis Merlin, Jason Vieaux
No. 17, The Young Bride. Adagio [Original Version]Béla Bartók, Fülöp Ránki
HerMikael Oterhals
Prelude in A Minor, Op. 8, VL 188 (Arr. J. Daunytė for Harp)Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, Joana Daunytė
No. 1 in A-Flat Major, AndantinoSigismond Thalberg, Francesco Nicolosi
II. Same River TwiceBilly Arcila
Sarabande (Excerpts from "Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012") [Arr. E. Rydvall, O.L. Mjelva & M. Baillie for Folk Ensemble]Johann Sebastian Bach, Lodestar Trio
II. —Tamara Konstantin, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
III. Reconciliations and RegretsRichard Charlton, Timothy Kain
Air in G Minor (Orch. A. Camden)George Frideric Handel, Anthony Camden, City of London Sinfonia, Nicholas Ward
III. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Anna Holbling, Ludovit Kanta, Daniela Ruso, Quido Holbling, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
II. Largo (Arr. P. Breiner for Piano & Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Breiner, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Epilogue. Andante tranquilloFrank Bridge, Gabriel Schwabe, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Ward
IntermezzoErich Wolfgang Korngold, Holst Sinfonietta, Klaus Simon