Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's orchestral masterpieces with the album "80 Classics - Orchestral Works." This exquisite collection, set to release on October 5, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, showcases the genius of Vivaldi through a curated selection of his most celebrated compositions. Spanning a concise yet impactful 53 minutes, the album is a testament to the enduring appeal of classical music, offering a rich tapestry of sound that highlights Vivaldi's unparalleled ability to blend technical brilliance with emotional depth.
From the lively "Overture" of Rodrigo, HWV 5, to the enchanting "Gavotte" from Wassermusik Suite, TWV 55:C3, each track is a journey through the diverse landscapes of Vivaldi's musical imagination. The album features a harmonious blend of well-known pieces and lesser-known gems, including the delicate "Pifa" from Handel's "Messiah" and the vibrant "Danse des marquises" from Tchaikovsky's "The Sleeping Beauty." The inclusion of works by other composers such as Chopin, Debussy, and Ravel adds a layer of richness and variety, making this album a true celebration of orchestral excellence.
Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "80 Classics - Orchestral Works" promises an enriching listening experience. The meticulous arrangement and performance of these pieces bring out the full splendor of Vivaldi's compositions, offering a fresh perspective on his enduring legacy. This album is not just a collection of tracks; it is a tribute to the timeless beauty of classical music, inviting you to explore the depths of Vivaldi's artistic vision.
Rodrigo, HWV 5: Overture: b. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 (I)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Concerto for 2 Trumpets in C Major, RV 537: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Alison Balsom, The Parley of Instruments, Crispian Steele-Perkins
Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3 No. 3, HWV 314: I. Largo e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Wassermusik Suite, TWV 55:C3 "Hamburger Ebb' und Fluth": V. Gavotte. Spielende NajadenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Robert King, The King's Consort
Concerto grosso No. 4 in D Major, Op. 6/4: IVb. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Two Contredanses, K.603: No. 1 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Les Sylphides: 1. Prélude (Arr. Roy Douglas)Frédéric Chopin, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Peter Maag
Five Minuets and Trios for String Quartet, D 89: No. 4 in G Major (Arranged for String Orchestra)Franz Schubert, I Musici, Felix Ayo
Suite No. 3 in D, BWV 1068: 4. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Frans Brüggen
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 2: 12e. Danse des marquisesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Hungarian Dance No. 5 in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Petite Suite, L.65: 1. En bateauClaude Debussy, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Relâche, Pt. 2: No. 4, Les hommes se dévêtissentErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Almira, HWV 1, Suite (Ed. Holman): IX. ChaconneGeorge Frideric Handel, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: III. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Credimi pur che t'amo: I. Sinfonia: a. PrestoNicola Porpora, Auser Musici, Carlo Ipata
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: No. 2, Adagio – Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Overture No. 4 in C major: 3. PrestoJohann Christian Bach, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Agon, Ballet, K88: IIIc. Pas de trois II. Bransle gayIgor Stravinsky, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 2: 12e. Danse des marquisesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Hexaméron on "Suoni la tromba" from Bellini's I Puritani, S. 365b (Orch. Version): III. Var. 1. Ben marcato (Thalberg)Franz Liszt, Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Karl Anton Rickenbacher, Leslie Howard
Agon, Ballet, K88: IIc. Pas de trois I. GaillardeIgor Stravinsky, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Or che d'orrido Verno: I. Sinfonia. Pt. 1Nicola Porpora, Auser Musici, Carlo Ipata
Suite No. 1 in C, BWV 1066: 4. ForlaneJohann Sebastian Bach, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach Chamber Orchestra, Peter Schreier
Relâche, Pt. 1: No. 5, Entrée de BorlinErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Three Minuets K. 363: No. 3 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Agon, Ballet, K88: Ic. Triple pas de quatreIgor Stravinsky, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 13. Pifa "Pastoral Symphony"George Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, Britten Sinfonia
Or che d'orrido Verno: II. Sinfonia. Pt. 2Nicola Porpora, Auser Musici, Carlo Ipata
Concerto for Strings in G Minor, RV 157: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Jeanne Lamon, Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra
Almira, HWV 1, Suite (Ed. Holman): VI. RondeauGeorge Frideric Handel, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Concerto grosso No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6/1: III. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Almira, HWV 1, Suite (Ed. Holman): IV. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Hexaméron on "Suoni la tromba" from Bellini's I Puritani, S. 365b (Orch. Version): II. Theme. Allegro marzialeFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard, Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Relâche, Pt. 1: No. 1, OuverturetteErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E minor (Arr. Williams)Frédéric Chopin, Michael Conn, English Chamber Orchestra, Leslie Williams
Mercure: I. OuvertureErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Concerto alla Rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Jeanne Lamon, Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra
Credimi pur che t'amo: II. Sinfonia: b. Andante, e spiritosoNicola Porpora, Auser Musici, Carlo Ipata
Parade: II. Prélude du rideau rougeErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Agon, Ballet, K88: IIa. PreludeIgor Stravinsky, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Mercure: II. La nuitErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: V. Sarabanda. LargoArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129 "Madrigalesco": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Jeanne Lamon, Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra
Credimi pur che t'amo: III. Sinfonia: c. AllegroNicola Porpora, Auser Musici, Carlo Ipata
Agon, Ballet, K88: IIb. Pas de trois I. Sarabande-StepIgor Stravinsky, Ilan Volkov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Parade: I. ChoralErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Relâche, Pt. 1: No. 3, Entrée de la femmeErik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Gnossienne No. 2 (Orch. Corp)Erik Satie, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra