Experience the enchanting melodies and timeless classics performed by the renowned conductor Daniel Harding in the captivating album "Sommernachtskonzert 2021 / Summer Night Concert 2021." Released on July 9, 2021, under Sony Classical, this album is a celebration of orchestral brilliance, spanning a diverse range of compositions that showcase the depth and versatility of classical music.
The album opens with the vibrant overture from Verdi's "I vespri siciliani," setting the stage for a journey through some of the most beloved works in the classical repertoire. Harding masterfully guides the orchestra through Rachmaninoff's "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini," a series of variations that highlight the technical prowess and emotional depth of the ensemble. The album also features the iconic "Für Elise" by Beethoven, a piece that needs no introduction, and the lush, romantic "Salut d'amour" by Elgar.
Fans of Broadway will delight in the inclusion of the "Symphonic Dances from West Side Story," a suite that captures the essence of Bernstein's groundbreaking musical. The album also includes the ethereal "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune" by Debussy, the majestic "Jupiter" from Holst's "The Planets," and the lively "Wiener Blut" waltz by Johann Strauss II.
With a duration of 1 hour and 26 minutes, this album is a testament to Daniel Harding's conducting prowess and the orchestra's exceptional skill. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Sommernachtskonzert 2021 / Summer Night Concert 2021" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
(P) 2021 Wiener Philharmoniker, under exclusive license to Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
I vespri siciliani: OvertureGiuseppe Verdi, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Introduction - Allegro vivace - Variation I (Precedente)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Tema - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation II - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation III - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IV - Più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation V - Tempo precedenteSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VI - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VII - Meno mosso, a tempo moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation VIII - Tempo ISergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation IX - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation X - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XI - ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XII - Tempo di minuettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIII - AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIV - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XV - Più vivo scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVI - AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVII - AllegrettoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII - Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XIX - A tempo vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XX - Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXI - Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXII - Un poco più vivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIII - L'istesso tempoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XXIV - A tempo un poco meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Igor Levit
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story: I. PrologueLeonard Bernstein, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story: II. SomewhereLeonard Bernstein, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story: III. ScherzoLeonard Bernstein, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story: IV. MamboLeonard Bernstein, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Salut d'amour, Op. 12Edward Elgar, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Karelia Suite, Op. 11: I. IntermezzoJean Sibelius, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, L 86Claude Debussy, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
The Planets, Op. 32: IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of JollityGustav Holst, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
Wiener Blut, Walzer, Op. 354Johann Strauss II, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker
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