Immerse yourself in the profound and serene world of classical music with the Berliner Philharmoniker's latest release, "Adagios." This exquisite collection, released on April 15, 2023, under the Warner Classics label, spans a generous 5 hours and 36 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of adagio movements from some of the most revered composers in history. The album features 29 tracks, each a masterclass in orchestral elegance and musical depth.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber to the majestic "Adagio" from Mahler's Symphony No. 10, this album is a testament to the Berliner Philharmoniker's unparalleled skill and artistry. The ensemble navigates through a diverse range of genres, including classical, orchestral, and opera, showcasing their versatility and mastery.
Highlights include the delicate "Adagio" from Bach's Concerto for Oboe and Violin, the poignant "Adagio" from Beethoven's Symphony No. 4, and the ethereal "Adagio" from Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 5. The album also features works by composers such as Brahms, Bruckner, and Rachmaninov, each contributing to the album's rich and varied musical landscape.
Conducted by some of the world's most esteemed maestros, including Kirill Petrenko and Daniel Barenboim, this album is a celebration of the adagio form, highlighting its ability to evoke deep reflection and tranquility. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Adagios" promises an enriching and captivating listening experience.
Barber: Adagio for StringsSamuel Barber, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bach, JS: Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C Minor, BWV 1060R: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Nigel Kennedy, Albrecht Mayer, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, André Cluytens, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Adagio for Violin and Orchestra in E Major, K. 261Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
Handel: Water Music, Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Riccardo Muti, Berliner Philharmoniker
Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47: II. Adagio di moltoJean Sibelius, Sarah Chang, Mariss Jansons, Berliner Philharmoniker
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, Leif Ove Andsnes, Mariss Jansons, Berliner Philharmoniker
Vivaldi: L'estro armonico, Concerto for Two Violins in G Minor, Op. 3 No. 2, RV 578: I. Adagio e spiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Nigel Kennedy, Berliner Philharmoniker, Daniel Stabrawa, Mitzi Meyerson, Olaf Maninger, Taro Takeuchi
Haydn: Symphony No. 92 in G Major, Hob. I:92 "Oxford": II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Saint-Saëns: Symphony No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 78 "Organ Symphony": I. (b) Poco adagioCamille Saint-Saëns, Zubin Mehta, Daniel Chorzempa, Berliner Philharmoniker
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Nigel Kennedy, Berliner Philharmoniker
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Nigel Kennedy, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bruckner: Symphony No. 6 in A Major, WAB 106: II. Adagio. Sehr feierlichAnton Bruckner, Joseph Keilberth, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K. 313: II. Adagio ma non troppoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Berliner Philharmoniker
Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H 48: III. Scène aux champs. AdagioHector Berlioz, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assaiLudwig van Beethoven, André Cluytens, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bruckner: Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108: III. Adagio. Feierlich langsam, doch nicht schleppend (1890 Version)Anton Bruckner, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Nigel Kennedy, Berliner Philharmoniker
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Leif Ove Andsnes, Antonio Pappano, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bruckner: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109: III. Adagio. Langsam, feierlichAnton Bruckner, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mahler: Symphony No. 10 in F-Sharp Major: I. Adagio (1989 Cooke Version)Gustav Mahler, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": II. Adagio (Cadenza by Joachim)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": III. Adagio molto e cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, André Cluytens, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mahler: Symphony No. 9: IV. Adagio. Sehr langsam und noch zurückhaltendGustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Berliner Philharmoniker
Bruckner: Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107: II. Adagio. Sehr feierlich und sehr langsamAnton Bruckner, Lorin Maazel, Berliner Philharmoniker
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