Immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of "Calming Classical," a meticulously curated collection of classical masterpieces set to release on May 12, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This album, spanning a serene 3 hours and 21 minutes, is a testament to the timeless compositions of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Erik Satie, and Claude Debussy, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Tchaikovsky, a Russian composer of unparalleled brilliance, brings his signature emotional depth and lyrical beauty to the album with pieces like "Pavane pour une infante défunte" and "The Nutcracker." His works are complemented by the delicate minimalism of Erik Satie's "Gymnopédies" and the impressionistic elegance of Claude Debussy's "Clair de Lune" and "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune."
The album is a harmonious blend of well-known classics and hidden gems, each track carefully selected to create a peaceful and inspiring atmosphere. From the gentle waltzes of Tchaikovsky's "Serenade for Strings" to the ethereal beauty of Debussy's "Rêverie," this collection is designed to inspire focus and set the tone for a calm and productive day.
"Calming Classical" is not just an album; it's an experience. It's a journey through the serene landscapes of classical music, where each note is a step towards tranquility. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album offers a perfect introduction to the calming power of classical music.
3 Gymnopédies: No. 1 in D MajorErik Satie, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
2 Arabesques, L. 66: No. 1 in E MajorClaude Debussy, John O'Conor
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Version for Orchestra)Maurice Ravel, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Suite bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, John O'Conor
Petite suite, L. 65: I. En bateau (On the Boat) [Transcr. Y. Kondonassis]Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
4 Dance Episodes from Rodeo: No. 2, Corral NocturneAaron Copland, Louis Lane, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Come, Gentle NightCarolyn Anderson Surrick, Elizabeth Knowles, Ensemble Galilei
Valse romantique, L. 71 (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, John O'Conor
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, John O'Conor, Andreas Delfs, London Symphony Orchestra
L’arlésienne Suite No. 1, Op. 23bis, WD 40: III. AdagiettoGeorges Bizet, Jesús López-Cobos, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3, P 172: II. Arie di corteOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, Op. 80: III. SicilienneGabriel Fauré, Robert Shaw, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Rêverie, L. 68 (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, L. 86Claude Debussy, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Otello, Act IV: Ave Maria, piena di graziaGiuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
Madama Butterfly, SC 74, Act II: Humming ChorusGiacomo Puccini, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel, May Festival Chorus
Carmen Suite No. 1: Intermezzo (Prelude to Act III)Georges Bizet, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
3 Gymnopédies: No. 3 in A MinorErik Satie, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Danses sacrée et profane, L. 103Claude Debussy, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony, Frances Tietov
Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3, P 172: III. SicilianaOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48, TH 48: III. Élégie. Larghetto elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Nocturne (Played by String Orchestra)Alexander Borodin, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Fantasia on GreensleevesRalph Vaughan Williams, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48, TH 48: II. Walzer. Moderato - Tempo di valsePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Marche slav, Op. 31, TH 45Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH 14 Act I Scene 3: Children's Galop & Arrival of the GuestsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55: II. Arabian DanceEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: I. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: II. Åse's DeathEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: III. Anitra's DanceEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
SummaArvo Pärt, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders), Rudolf Werthen
Fantasy on a Hymn by Justin MorganThomas Canning, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
VoyageJohn Corigliano, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders), Paul Edmund-Davies
The Lark AscendingRalph Vaughan Williams, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Barry Griffiths
Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Boston Baroque, Martin Pearlman
Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52: I. ModeratoAntonín Dvořák, Charles Rosekrans, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra