Immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and elegance with Claude Debussy's "Calm Classics - Soundscape of Serenity," set to release on September 9, 2025, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection of classical piano and orchestral pieces is a testament to Debussy's timeless artistry, offering a soothing escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 13 minutes, the album features a diverse array of compositions, from well-loved classics to hidden gems. Debussy's own enchanting works, such as "En bateau" from "Petite suite," share the spotlight with masterpieces by other renowned composers like Mozart, Ravel, and Handel. The tracklist also includes evocative pieces like "Danny Boy" in a Bill Evans version, "Somewhere" from West Side Story, and the hauntingly beautiful "Semele" aria by Handel.
The album's serene atmosphere is further enhanced by the inclusion of traditional and folk-inspired pieces, such as "Villancico de Navidad" by Barrios Mangoré and "Lysenko's Rhapsody on Ukrainian Themes." Each track is meticulously curated to create a harmonious journey through the realms of classical music, showcasing Debussy's unique ability to evoke a sense of peace and introspection.
"Calm Classics - Soundscape of Serenity" is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this collection offers a perfect blend of familiarity and discovery. Let the soothing melodies and intricate compositions of Claude Debussy and his contemporaries transport you to a place of serenity and tranquility.
Fauré: Dolly, Op. 56: I. BerceuseGabriel Fauré, Nicholas Angelich, Alexandre Tharaud
Prokofiev: Suite No. 2 from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64ter: VI. Dance of the Girls With LilliesSergei Prokofiev, Aziz Shokhakimov, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Saint-Saëns: Mélodies persanes, Op. 26: No. 1, La briseCamille Saint-Saëns, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo, Kazuki Yamada
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: Pifa. Larghetto e mezzo pianoGeorge Frideric Handel, John Nelson, The English Concert
Boulanger, N: Soleils couchantsNadia Boulanger, Maria Ioudenitch, Kenny Broberg
Beffa: Olympia: III. CharlesKarol Beffa, Félicien Brut, Pierre Dumoussaud, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Howard: CasinoLuke Howard, Shani Diluka
La chanson d’HélènePhilippe Sarde, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
RainAleksander Debicz, Konrad Gołda
Couperin, F: Second livre de pièces de clavecin, Sixième ordre: V. Les barricades mystérieusesFrançois Couperin, Martin James Bartlett
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: Accompagnato. "Comfort Ye, My People"George Frideric Handel, John Nelson, Michael Spyres, The English Concert
Handel: Esther, HWV 50b, Act 2: "Who Calls My Parting Soul from Death?" (Esther, Ahasuerus)George Frideric Handel, Jupiter, Thomas Dunford, Iestyn Davies, Lea Desandre
Barrios Mangoré: Villancico de NavidadAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Thibaut García
Lehár: Friederike: "Warum hast du mich wachgeküsst?" (Friederike)Franz Lehár, Diana Damrau, Ernst Theis, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Once Upon a Dream (From "Sleeping Beauty")Sammy Fain, The King's Singers, John Paul Ekins, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Plínio Fernandes
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: No. 2, La flûte enchantéeMaurice Ravel, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo, Kazuki Yamada
Bernstein: West Side Story: Somewhere (Arr. Penaforte for Violin and Piano)Leonard Bernstein, Augustin Hadelich, Orion Weiss
Love StoryFrancis Lai, Renaud Capuçon, Les Siècles, Duncan Ward
Caccini: Le nuove musiche: No. 8, Amarilli, mia bellaGiulio Caccini, Jakub Józef Orliński, Il Pomo D'oro
Ev’rybody Wants to Be a Cat (From "The Aristocats")Al Rinker, The King's Singers
Strauss II, J: Das Spitzentuch der Königin: "Wo die wilde Rose erblüht" (Königin, König, Irene)Johann Strauss II, Diana Damrau, Elke Kottmair, Emily Sierra, Ernst Theis, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester