Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of classical music with the renowned Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. Their upcoming album, "Classical Stage," set to release on July 28, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to their unparalleled mastery and versatility. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, this album is a compendium of exquisite compositions that showcase the ensemble's prowess in chamber music and orchestral performances.
The tracklist is a curated selection of timeless pieces, including works by Handel, Vivaldi, Bach, and more. From the intricate and dramatic "Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Minor" by Handel to the lively and spirited "12 Contredanses" by Beethoven, each track is a masterpiece that highlights the ensemble's technical brilliance and emotional depth. The album also features lesser-known gems like the "Musical Offering" by Bach and the "12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 'La stravaganza'" by Vivaldi, offering a fresh and diverse listening experience.
Under the expert direction of Kenneth Heath, the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields brings a new dimension to these classical pieces, blending tradition with innovation. Their nuanced interpretations and impeccable execution make this album a must-listen for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're in the mood for the soothing melodies of a concerto or the energetic rhythms of a contredanse, "Classical Stage" promises to deliver an unforgettable musical experience.
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 3/5, HWV 316: I. Symphony. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 3/5, HWV 316: II. Fuga. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 3/5, HWV 316: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 3/5, HWV 316: IV. Allegro, ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: III. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: IV. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Trumpet Concerto in C: 2. LargoTomaso Albinoni, John Wilbraham, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Cello Concerto in F Major, RV411/412: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Heinrich Schiff, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Cello Concerto in F Major, RV411/412: 2. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Heinrich Schiff, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Cello Concerto in F Major, RV411/412: 3. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Heinrich Schiff, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: 7. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Musical Offering, BWV 1079 - Ed. Marriner: Canones diversi: Canon 4 a 2 per Augmentationem, contrario MotuJohann Sebastian Bach, Iona Brown, Stephen Shingles, Denis Vigay, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 7: I. Vivace - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 7: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 7: III. Andante largoArcangelo Corelli, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 7: IV. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 7: V. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 1. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 2. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 3. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 2 for 2 Violins and Cello in G Minor, RV 578: I. Adagio e spiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 2 for 2 Violins and Cello in G Minor, RV 578: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 2 for 2 Violins and Cello in G Minor, RV 578: III. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 2 for 2 Violins and Cello in G Minor, RV 578: IV. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Kenneth Heath, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in D, Op. 6, No. 5: 1. (Larghetto, e staccato)George Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in D, Op. 6, No. 5: 2. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in D, Op. 6, No. 5: 3. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in D, Op. 6, No. 5: 4. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in D, Op. 6, No. 5: 5. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Contredanse in B-Flat Major, K. 535bWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Contredanse in D Major, K. 565aWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 7Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 8Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 9Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 11Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Minuets, WoO 7: No. 1 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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