Simon Rattle Conducts Ravel - Maurice Ravel - Vinyl LP UK

Simon Rattle Conducts Ravel - Maurice Ravel

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with the captivating album "Simon Rattle Conducts Ravel." This extraordinary collection, released on April 29, 2022, under the Warner Classics label, showcases the brilliance of Ravel's compositions, spanning a rich tapestry of classical, classical piano, and neoclassical genres. With a duration of 3 hours and 53 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Ravel's most celebrated works.

The album features a diverse array of pieces, including the mesmerizing "Miroirs," the dynamic "Piano Concerto in G Major," and the whimsical "Ma mère l'Oye." Simon Rattle's masterful conducting brings to life the intricate nuances of Ravel's compositions, from the delicate "La valse" to the powerful "Boléro." The album also includes excerpts from the ballet "Daphnis et Chloé" and the operatic gem "L'enfant et les sortilèges," offering a panoramic view of Ravel's artistic versatility.

Fans of classical music will appreciate the meticulous attention to detail and the rich, immersive sound quality that defines this recording. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to Ravel's music, this album is a treasure trove of timeless compositions that highlight the composer's unique ability to blend lyricism, rhythm, and orchestral color. Simon Rattle's interpretation adds a fresh perspective, making this a must-listen for anyone eager to explore the depths of Ravel's genius.

29 apr 2022A Warner Classics release, © 2022 Parlophone Records LimitedA Warner Classics release, ℗ 2022 Parlophone Records Limited

Tracks

Ravel / Orch. Grainger: Miroirs, M. 43: V. La vallée des clochesMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:27
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: I. AllegramenteMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
8:42
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle, Peter Walden
9:54
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: III. PrestoMaurice Ravel, Cecile Ousset, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
4:13
Ravel: Miroirs, M. 43: IV. Alborada del GraciosoMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
7:41
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
3:20
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: II. Danse du rouet et ScèneMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
3:39
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: III. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormantMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
1:48
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: IV. Interlude - Les entretiens de la Belle et la BêteMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:06
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: V. Interlude - Petit PoucetMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
4:10
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: VI. Interlude - Laideronette, impératrice des PagodesMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:03
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: VII. Interlude - Apothéose - Le jardin féeriqueMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:27
Ravel: La valse, M. 72Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
12:28
Ravel: Piano Concerto for the Left Hand in D Major, M. 82Maurice Ravel, Andrei Gavrilov, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
17:58
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Introduction et Danse religieuseMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
8:21
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Danse généraleMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
3:14
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Danse grotesque de DorconMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
1:45
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Danse légére et gracieuse de DaphnisMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
2:57
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Danse de LycéionMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
3:29
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: L'on perçoit des bruits d'armesMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
1:44
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 1: Nocturne - Danse lente et mystérieuse des NymphesMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:29
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 2: Introduction - Danse guerrièreMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
6:19
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 2: Danse suppliante de ChloéMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
4:01
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 2: Bryaxis veut l'entraînerMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
2:41
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 3: Lever du jourMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:25
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 3: Pantomime. Les amours de Pan et SyrinxMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
6:51
Ravel: Daphnis et Chloé, M. 57, Pt. 3: Danse généraleMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
5:05
Ravel: Fanfare pour "L'éventail de Jeanne", M. 80Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
2:18
Ravel: Boléro, M. 81Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
16:07
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau I: "J'ai pas envie de faire ma page" - "Bébé a été sage ?" - "Ça m'est égal !" (L'Enfant, Maman)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Nathalie Stutzmann, Berliner Philharmoniker
4:32
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau I: "Votre serviteur humble, Bergère" - "Ding, ding, ding, ding" (Le Fauteuil, La Bergère, Les Meubles, L'Horloge, L'Enfant)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Sophie Koch, José van Dam, Francois Le Roux, Magdalena Kožená, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
3:17
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau I: "How's your mug?" - "Arrière ! Je réchauffe les bons" - "Adieu, pastourelles !" (La Théière, La Tasse, L'Enfant, Le Feu, Les Pâtres, Un pâtre, Une pastourelle)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Annick Massis, Sophie Koch, Jean-Paul Fouchécourt, Mojca Erdmann, Nathalie Stutzmann, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
9:02
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau I: "Ah ! C'est elle ! C'est elle !" - "Toi, le cœur de la rose" (L'Enfant, La Princesse)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Annick Massis, Berliner Philharmoniker
6:49
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau I: "Deux robinets coulent dans un réservoir !" - Duo miaulé (Le Petit Vieillard, L'Enfant, Les Chiffres, Le Chat, La Chatte)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Sophie Koch, Francois Le Roux, Jean-Paul Fouchécourt, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
4:29
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau II: Musique d'insectes - "Ah ! Quelle joie de te retrouver, jardin !" - Ronde des chauves-souris - Danse des rainettes (L'Enfant, Les Arbres, La Libellule, Le Rossignol, La Chauve-souris)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Annick Massis, José van Dam, Mojca Erdmann, Nathalie Stutzmann, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
7:22
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau II: "Sauve-toi, sotte ! Et la cage ? La cage ?" (L'Écureuil, La Rainette, L'Enfant)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Sophie Koch, Jean-Paul Fouchécourt, Berliner Philharmoniker
3:02
Ravel: L'enfant et les sortilèges, M. 71, Tableau II: "Ah ! C'est l'enfant au couteau !" - "Il est bon, l'enfant, il est sage" (Les Bêtes et les Arbres, l'Enfant)Maurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Magdalena Kožená, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
5:53
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: I. AsieMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Maria Ewing, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
10:05
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: II. La flûte enchantéeMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Maria Ewing, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
3:11
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: III. L'indifférentMaurice Ravel, Sir Simon Rattle, Maria Ewing, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
4:22

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About Maurice Ravel

Maurice Ravel, the French composer born in 1875, is celebrated for his distinctive voice in classical and neoclassical music. Known for his intricate compositions and unique orchestrations, Ravel's work spans a wide range of genres, including classical piano pieces that showcase his exceptional talent. His music, often characterized by its rich harmonies and vivid imagery, invites listeners to explore the depths of his imaginative world. From the enchanting melodies of "Boléro" to the evocative "Pavane pour une infante défunte," Ravel's compositions continue to captivate audiences and inspire musicians worldwide.

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