Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with "The Essential Mozart," a meticulously curated collection of his most celebrated works. Released on September 27, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music. With a total duration of 2 hours and 29 minutes, it offers a comprehensive journey through Mozart's extraordinary musical legacy.
The album features a rich tapestry of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Ave verum corpus, K. 618" to the lively and spirited "Gloria" and the festive "Sleigh Ride." Opera enthusiasts will delight in the inclusion of arias such as "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" from "Die Zauberflöte" and "La ci darem la mano" from "Le nozze di Figaro." Classical piano aficionados will appreciate the intricate and expressive pieces like "I. Allegro con brio" and "II. Adagio."
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a prodigy of the classical era, composed music that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. His ability to blend technical brilliance with deep emotional resonance is evident in every track of this album. Whether you are a seasoned classical music lover or a newcomer to Mozart's works, "The Essential Mozart" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
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Tracks
OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Michael Halasz
II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jenő Jandó, Concentus Hungaricus, András Ligeti
I. Allegro moltoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
Sequence: VI. Lacrimosa dies illaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magdaléna Hajóssyová, Jaroslava Horska, Jozef Kundlák, Peter Mikulas, Vladimir Ruso, Slovak Philharmonic Chorus, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Zdeněk Košler
I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jenő Jandó
I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Wolfgang Sobotka
III. Rondeau. Tempo di menuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Henning Kraggerud, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra
Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem HerzenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sumi Jo, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Roberto Paternostro
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kosice Teachers' Choir, Camerata Cassovia, Johannes Wildner
III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Patrick Gallois, Roderick Shaw, Swedish Chamber Orchestra
II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eder Quartet
La ci darem la manoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Renato Bruson, Sona Ghazarian, NHK Chamber Soloists, Roberto Paternostro
IV. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Gerard Schwarz
II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ernst Ottensamer, Mozart Akademie, Johannes Wildner
VI. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Henning Kraggerud, Lars Anders Tomter, Christoph Richter
III. Alla turca. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jenő Jandó
Un aura amorosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pavol Breslik, Munich Radio Orchestra, Patrick Lange
I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, János Fehérvári, Eder Quartet
GloriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Benjamin Schmidinger, Albin Lenzer, Michael Knapp, Ernst Jankowitsch, Wiener Sängerknaben, Chorus Viennensis, Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Marschik
No. 3, Sleigh RideWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Johannes Wildner
IV. Menuetto. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, German Wind Soloists, Richard Edlinger
Non più andrai, farfallone amorosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Renato Girolami, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Michael Halasz
II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, Ivor Bolton
I. Allegro con brioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
Ii. Andante sostenutoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Takako Nishizaki, Jenő Jandó
Sequence: I. Dies iraeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magdaléna Hajóssyová, Jaroslava Horska, Jozef Kundlák, Peter Mikulas, Vladimir Ruso, Slovak Philharmonic Chorus, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Zdeněk Košler
II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Zsolt Szatmári, Pannon Quartet
Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail, K. 384: OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
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