Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's "Romantic Era Classical," a captivating collection of timeless pieces set to release on September 7, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. This album is a celebration of Tchaikovsky's genius, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase his unparalleled ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 25 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through Tchaikovsky's most beloved works. From the dramatic intensity of "Ride of the Valkyries" to the delicate beauty of "Pie Jesu," each track offers a unique glimpse into the composer's extraordinary talent. The album also includes famous pieces like "The Nutcracker Suite" with "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and "March," as well as excerpts from his operas like "Eugene Onegin" and "Turandot."
Tchaikovsky's mastery of orchestration and his ability to create memorable melodies are evident throughout the album. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Romantic Era Classical" offers something for everyone. The album's diverse selection of pieces ensures that there's always something new and exciting to discover, making it a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
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Tracks
No. 2, MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
No. 8, In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jerzy Maksymiuk
VII. AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Marian Lapsansky, Peter Toperczer, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ondrej Lenard
No. 5, Allegro (Arr. A. Parlow)Johannes Brahms, Magyar Szimfonikus Zenekarok, Istvan Bogar
Flight of the BumblebeeNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Seattle Symphony Orchestra, Gerard Schwarz
Turandot, Act III Scene 1: Nessun dormaGiacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini: Variation 18 (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jenő Jandó, Takako Nishizaki
II. HabaneraGeorges Bizet, Orquestra Simfònica de Barcelona i Nacional de Catalunya, Pablo González
No. 1 in E MajorNiccolò Paganini, Ilya Kaler
SchlussFanny Mendelssohn, Heather Schmidt
La donna e mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
Gopak (Hopak)Modest Mussorgsky, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Kenneth Jean
Nr. 3, PizzicatoLéo Delibes, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
II. Adagio: Con espressione e ben legatoClara Schumann, Yoshiko Iwai
Pas seul - Pas de deuxAdolphe Adam, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Mogrelia
Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Lisa Beckley, Colm Carey, Oxford Camerata, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Jeremy Summerly
Var. IX. NimrodEdward Elgar, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
No. 2 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
I. The Festival MarchCarl Nielsen, South Jutland Symphony Orchestra, Niklas Willen
III. AllegroFelix Mendelssohn, Tianwa Wang, Sinfonia Finlandia Jyvaskyla, Patrick Gallois
VII. Träumerei [Dreaming]Robert Schumann, Jenő Jandó
Intermezzo (Featured in "The Godfather Part III")Pietro Mascagni, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ali Rahbari, Alexander Rahbari
No. 3: Nocturne in A-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Jenő Jandó
Largo al factotumGioachino Rossini, Roberto Servile, Budapest Failoni Chamber Orchestra, Will Humburg
III. Alla marcia: ModeratoJean Sibelius, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Pietari Inkinen
III. Scherzo. Ziemlich schnellAnton Bruckner, Bruckner Orchester Linz, Markus Poschner