Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing artistry of Claude Debussy in "Rising Stars - The Classical Vanguard," a stunning collection of classical masterpieces set to release on September 22, 2025, under Warner Classics. This album is a testament to Debussy's unparalleled skill and versatility, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that span a variety of styles and moods.
From the delicate and introspective pieces like Chopin's "Waltz in A Minor" and Scriabin's "Etude Op. 2 No. 1" to the vibrant and energetic works such as Bartók's "Romanian Folk Dances" and Rimsky-Korsakov's "The Flight of the Bumblebee," Debussy's interpretation brings a fresh and dynamic perspective to each piece. The album also features beloved arias and instrumental selections from operas by composers like Mozart, Puccini, and Gluck, showcasing Debussy's ability to infuse new life into timeless classics.
One of the highlights of the album is Debussy's rendition of Gershwin's "Summertime" from "Porgy and Bess," a piece that beautifully blends classical and jazz elements. The album also includes Debussy's own compositions, such as "L'Isle joyeuse," demonstrating his unique and innovative approach to music.
With a duration of over three hours, "Rising Stars - The Classical Vanguard" is a comprehensive journey through the world of classical music, featuring works by composers from different eras and styles. Debussy's impeccable technique and expressive depth shine through in every note, making this album a true celebration of classical music's enduring beauty and diversity. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave you enchanted and inspired.
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, Valse sentimentale (Arr. Berthollet for Cello and Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Camille Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Chopin: Waltz in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Aurélien Pontier
Ravel: Miroirs, M. 43: II. Oiseaux tristesMaurice Ravel, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 1, Stick Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 2, Sash Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 3, In One Spot (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 4, Horn Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 5, Romanian Polka (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 6, Fast Dance (Transcr. Strauss & Rizikov for Cello and Piano)Béla Bartók, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov
Shostakovich: Romance from The GadflyDmitri Shostakovich, Daniel Lozakovich, Mikhail Pletnev
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 3: "Che farò senza Euridice" (Orfeo)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Stefan Plewniak, Jakub Józef Orliński, Il Giardino d'Amore
Couperin, F: Second Livre de pièces de clavecin, Sixième Ordre: Les baricades mïstérieusesFrançois Couperin, Jean Rondeau, Thomas Dunford
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act 1: Ballade. "Mab, la reine des mensonges" (Mercutio)Charles Gounod, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the Bumblebee (Orch. Sándor)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Julie Berthollet, Julien Masmondet, Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra
Falla: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 2, Seguidilla murciana (Orch. Lehn)Manuel de Falla, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Instrumental Version)Giacomo Puccini, Camille Berthollet, Romain Dumas, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Haydn: Piano Sonata in B Minor, Hob. XVI: 32: II. Menuetto (Live)Joseph Haydn, George Li
Debussy: L'Isle joyeuse, CD 109, L. 106Claude Debussy, Kenji Miura
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: IV. Sarabande (Arr. Thomas for Cello & String Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Abel Selaocoe, Manchester Collective
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Halvorsen: Passacaglia (After Handel's Suite in G Minor, HWV 432)Johan Halvorsen, Luka Ispir, Léo Ispir
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hob. VIIe:1: III. Finale. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 2 in B Minor, Op. 7: III. Rondo "La campanella" (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Charpentier: Tristes déserts, sombre retraite, H. 469Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Lea Desandre, Thomas Dunford
Marais: Improv on Marin Marais' "Les voix humaines" (Arr. Selaocoe & Thomas for Vocal and Cello)Marin Marais, Abel Selaocoe
Schubert: Allegretto in C Minor, D. 915Franz Schubert, Eric Lu
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: Aria. "Hai già vinta la causa" (Almaviva)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Villa-Lobos: 5 Preludes, W419: No. 3, Andante in A MinorHeitor Villa-Lobos, Thibaut García
Schoenberg: 6 Kleine Klavierstücke, Op. 19: No. 6, Sehr langsamArnold Schoenberg, Aurélien Pontier
Grieg: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Daniel Lozakovich, Mikhail Pletnev
Mozart: Grabmusik, K. 42: IV. Aria. "Betracht dies Herz und frage mich"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bruno de Sá, Jarosław Thiel, Wrocław Baroque Orchestra
Strauss, R: 4 Lieder, Op. 27: No. 4, Morgen!Richard Strauss, Elsa Dreisig, Jonathan Ware
Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 13, MWV R22: III. IntermezzoFelix Mendelssohn, Quatuor Arod
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 1: "Summertime" (Orch. Behrisch)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Beethoven / Arr. Barrios Mangoré: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Thibaut García
Piazzolla: Libertango (Arr. Berthollet for 2 Violons and Piano)Astor Piazzolla, Camille Berthollet, Julie Berthollet, Guillaume Vincent
Selaocoe: Ibuyile I'Africa / Africa is BackAbel Selaocoe, Alice Zawadzki, Cherise Adams-Burnett, Colin Alexander, Fred Thomas, Max Baillie, Simran Singh, Thandanani Gumede, Yo-Yo Ma
Scarlatti, D: Keyboard Sonata in A Major, Kk. 208Domenico Scarlatti, Jean Rondeau
Barcarolle: Belle nuit, ô nuit d’amour (Les Contes d’Hoffmann)Jacques Offenbach, Fatma Said, Marianne Crebassa, Sascha Goetzel, Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra
Pärt: Spiegel im Spiegel (Version for Cello and Piano)Arvo Pärt, Lisa Strauss, Anastasia Rizikov