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    Cafe Classics: Italian Edition

    Jacques Loussier TrioJacques Loussier Trio
    • 2025
    • 55 tracks
    • 2 uur, 59 min
    • jazz
    Cafe Classics: Italian Edition - Jacques Loussier Trio

    Album Description

    Indulge in the enchanting melodies of Italy with the Jacques Loussier Trio's "Café Classics: Italian Edition," a captivating journey through the country's rich musical heritage, set to release on May 31, 2025, via UME - Global Clearing House. This exquisite collection, spanning nearly three hours, is a testament to the trio's mastery of blending jazz with classical and operatic themes, creating a unique and soothing atmosphere that transports you to the heart of Italy.

    The album features a diverse range of compositions, including works by Giacomo Puccini, Ottorino Respighi, and Antonio Vivaldi, expertly arranged and performed by the Jacques Loussier Trio. From the lush harmonies of Puccini's operas like "La Bohème" and "La Traviata" to the evocative landscapes painted by Respighi's "Ancient Airs & Dances" and Vivaldi's iconic "The Four Seasons," each track is a masterclass in musical storytelling.

    Jacques Loussier, the renowned French pianist and composer, leads his trio through a mesmerizing array of tempos and styles, showcasing their virtuosity and deep understanding of both jazz and classical genres. The album's extensive duration allows for a comprehensive exploration of these themes, with 55 tracks that range from lively and upbeat to slow and contemplative.

    "Café Classics: Italian Edition" is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to relax, unwind, and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Italian music. Whether you're a fan of jazz, classical, or opera, this collection offers something for everyone, making it an essential addition to any music lover's library. So, pour yourself a glass of wine, sit back, and let the Jacques Loussier Trio's enchanting melodies transport you to the romantic streets of Italy.

    © 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc.℗ 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc. FP

    Tracks

    1. Sarabande And Variations From Suite No. 11: Variation No. 2Jacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    2. La traviata, Act I: Waltz (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    3. Sarabande And Variations From Suite No. 11: Variation No. 4Jacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    4. Largo (From "Xerxes")Jacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    5. Canzone e sonate: Sonata a 8, Ch. 202Giovanni Gabrieli, Empire Brass
    6. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 3 In F Major "Autumn": III. AllegroJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    7. Concerto In F Major For Organ: I. LarghettoJacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    8. La Bohème, SC 67, Act I: Mi chiamano MimìGiacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    9. Ancient Airs & Dances, Suite No. 3, P. 172: III. Siciliana (Transcr. A. Romero & F. Kimlicko for Guitar)Ottorino Respighi, Angel Romero
    10. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 1 In E Major "Spring": III. Allegro / Danza PastoraleJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    11. Concerto In F Major For Organ: II. AllegroJacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    12. The Birds, P. 154: IV. The NightingaleOttorino Respighi, Louis Lane, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
    13. Ancient Airs & Dances, Suite No. 2, P. 138: II. Danza rusticaOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    14. Madama Butterfly, SC 74: Humming Chorus (Orch. C. Beck, S. Bernstein & E. Kunzel)Giacomo Puccini, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, May Festival Chorus
    15. Sonata No. 33 In B MinorDomenico Scarlatti, Jacques Loussier Trio
    16. Concerto In D Minor For Oboe: III. PrestoJacques Loussier, Alessandro Marcello, Jacques Loussier Trio
    17. Concerto In F Major For Organ: III. AndanteJacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    18. La traviata, Act I: "Un dì felice" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    19. The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": I. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
    20. Adagio in G Minor (Attrib. T. Albinoni) [Transcr. A. Romero & F. Kimlicko for Guitar]Remo Giazotto, Angel Romero
    21. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 2 In G Minor "Summer": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    22. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 3 In F Major "Autumn": I. AllegroJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    23. La Bohème, SC 6, Act IV: Sono andati?Giacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    24. La traviata: Di Provenza il mar, il suol (Orch. & Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    25. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 4 In F Minor "Winter": III. AllegroJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    26. Concerto In D Minor For Oboe: I. Andante SpiccatoJacques Loussier, Alessandro Marcello, Jacques Loussier Trio
    27. Cavalleria rusticana: Intermezzo sinfonicoPietro Mascagni, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    28. Gianni Schicci, SC 88: O mio babbino caroGiacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    29. AdagioJacques Loussier, Tomaso Albinoni, Jacques Loussier Trio
    30. Concerto In D Minor For Oboe: II. AdagioJacques Loussier, Alessandro Marcello, Jacques Loussier Trio
    31. The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non molto (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
    32. La Bohème, SC 67, Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    33. Sarabande And Variations From Suite No. 11: Variation No. 3Jacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    34. Concerto In F Major For Organ: V. AllegroJacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    35. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 3 In F Major "Autumn": II. Adagio MoltoJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    36. Ancient Airs & Dances, Suite No. 3, P. 172: I. ItalianaOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    37. The Birds, P. 154: V. The CuckooOttorino Respighi, Louis Lane, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
    38. La Bohème, SC 67, Act II: Quando me'n vo'Giacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    39. Concerto In F Major For Organ: IV. LarghettoJacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    40. La Bohème, SC 67, Act I: O soave fanciullaGiacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    41. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 4 In F Minor "Winter": I. Allegro Non MoltoJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    42. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 2 In G Minor "Summer": I. Allegro Non MoltoAntonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    43. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 4 In F Minor "Winter": II. LargoJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    44. Sarabande And Variations From Suite No. 11: Theme And Variation No. 1Jacques Loussier, George Frideric Handel, Jacques Loussier Trio
    45. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 1 In E Major "Spring": II. LargoJacques Loussier, Antonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    46. The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 2 In G Minor "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Jacques Loussier Trio
    47. La bohème, SC 67: Quando m'en vo' (Orch. C. Beck, S. Bernstein & E. Kunzel)Giacomo Puccini, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    48. Mandolin Concerto in C Major, RV 425: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Paul Patterson, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    49. La traviata, Act II: "Di provenza il mar, il suol" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    50. La bohème, SC 67: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Fernando De La Mora, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
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    About Jacques Loussier Trio

    The Jacques Loussier Trio, led by the innovative French pianist and composer Jacques Loussier, revolutionized the way classical music could be experienced through the lens of jazz. Formed in 1959, this pioneering Third Stream jazz piano trio gained international acclaim for their unique interpretations of Baroque masterpieces by Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, and others. Their signature style, often referred to as "Play Bach," seamlessly blended the rigor of classical composition with the spontaneity and improvisation of jazz, creating a sound that was both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Over their illustrious career, the Jacques Loussier Trio performed over 3,000 concerts and sold more than 7 million recordings, leaving an indelible mark on the music world. Loussier's genius lay in his ability to honor the original compositions while infusing them with a fresh, modern energy, making each performance a captivating journey through time and genre.

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