Dive into the spine-tingling world of classical music with the London Symphony Orchestra's "Classical Horror Masterpieces - Spooky Pieces for Halloween." Released on October 8, 2015, under the Digital Classical label, this album is a meticulously curated collection of orchestral and operatic pieces that perfectly capture the eerie and dramatic essence of Halloween.
Spanning a duration of 3 hours and 50 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of classical music's darker and more intense compositions. The London Symphony Orchestra, renowned for its precision and expressive power, brings to life a diverse range of works from some of the most celebrated composers in history. From the haunting melodies of Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake" to the dramatic intensity of Wagner's "Ride of the Valkyries," each piece is performed with a level of artistry that will leave you breathless.
The album features iconic pieces such as "In the Hall of the Mountain King" from Grieg's "Peer Gynt Suite No. 1," the ominous "Mars, Bringer of War" from Holst's "The Planets," and the chilling "Dies Irae" from Verdi's "Requiem." These compositions, along with many others, create a rich tapestry of sound that is both captivating and unsettling.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Classical Horror Masterpieces - Spooky Pieces for Halloween" offers a unique and thrilling listening experience. The London Symphony Orchestra's masterful performances bring a new dimension to these timeless pieces, making this album a perfect companion for Halloween celebrations or any occasion that calls for a touch of the macabre.
Tracks
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: IV. In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, London Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, Bringer of WarGustav Holst, London Festival Orchestra
Romeo and Juliet, Ballet Suite, Op. 64, No. 2: I. Montagues and CapuletsSergei Prokofiev, Slovak State Symphony Orchestra
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14: IV. Marche au supplice (Allegretto non troppo)Hector Berlioz, Orchestre National De France
A Night on the Bare MountainModest Mussorgsky, London Symphony Orchestra
Marche Slave, Op. 31Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, London Symphony Orchestra
Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55: I. The Abduction (Ingrid's Lament)Edvard Grieg, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Carnival of the Animals: VII. AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, French National Radio Orchestra
Pictures at an Exhibition: II. GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Russian State Symphony Orchestra
Pictures at an Exhibition: X. Samuel Goldenburg and SchmuyleModest Mussorgsky, Russian State Symphony Orchestra
Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: III. Sequentia: Dies IraeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leningrad Chorus, Radio Symphony Orchestra Ljubljana
Die Walküre: Ride of the Valkyries (concert version)Richard Wagner, London Symphony Orchestra
Carmen, Act I: "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle" (Havanaise)Georges Bizet, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Graciela Alperyn
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: I. Andante - Allegro con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, London Festival Orchestra
The Hebrides Overture, Op. 26 'Fingal's Cave'Felix Mendelssohn, London Symphony Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathetique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, The Prague Festival Orchestra
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, "From the New World": IV. Allegro con fuocoAntonín Dvořák, Saxon State Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: VII. Neptune, the Mystic (Andante)Gustav Holst, London Festival Orchestra
Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 3, No. 2: Lento, Agitato, Tempo primoSergei Rachmaninoff, Martin Jones
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2 'Moonlight': I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 14 in E-Flat MinorFrédéric Chopin, Friedrich Gulda
Piano Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 35: "Funeral March"Frédéric Chopin, Hans-Jurgen Dietrich
El Amor Brujo: A media noche. Los sortilegiosManuel de Falla, Philharmonia Orchestra
El Amor Brujo: Ritual Fire DanceManuel de Falla
Gayaneh: Sabre DanceAram Khachaturian, London Festival Orchestra
L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2: IntermezzoGeorges Bizet, French Radio Orchestra
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, "From the New World": III. Scherzo (Molto vivace)Antonín Dvořák, Saxon State Orchestra
Scheherazade Symphonic Suite, Op. 35: IV. Festival at Baghdad. The Sea. Shipwreck. ConclusionNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Russian State Symphony Orchestra
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: II. Aese's DeathEdvard Grieg, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104: II. Adagio ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Leipzig Philharmonic Orchestra, Cornelia Baumann
Toccata & Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565Johann Sebastian Bach, Eberhard Kraus
Messa da Requiem: II. Dies IraeGiuseppe Verdi, Friends of Music Choral Society, Vienna, Wiener Philharmoniker
Symphony No. 5 in C Sharp Minor: I. Trauermarsch (In gemessenem Schritt. Streng. Wie ein Kondukt - Plötzlich Schneller. Leidenschaftlich. Wild - Tempo I)Gustav Mahler, Radio Symphony Orchestra Ljubljana
Romeo and Juliet, Ballet Suite No. 1, Op. 64a: VII. Death of Tybalt (End of Act II)Sergei Prokofiev, Czecho-Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra
Also Sprach ZarathustraJohann Strauss II, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Carmina Burana: "O Fortuna"Carl Orff, Cardiff Symphony Orchestra, University College Cardiff Choir
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