Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with "Dinner With Strings," a meticulously curated collection of his most enchanting compositions. Released on October 26, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music. With a duration of 2 hours and 48 minutes, it offers an extensive journey through Mozart's musical genius.
The tracklist is a symphony of masterpieces, featuring iconic pieces such as "Air on a G String," "Andante cantabile," and "Romanze. Ziemlich langsam" from Symphony No. 4 in D Minor. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Nordic Summer Nights" and "La Melancolie," arranged by notable artists such as N. Ankarblom and H. Kraggerud. Each track is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled ability to evoke deep emotion and beauty through his music.
"Dinner With Strings" is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Mozart's work, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. The meticulous arrangements and performances bring a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, making it a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the artistry of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
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Tracks
II. Andante cantabile (Version for Cello & Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Li-wei Qin, Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, Michael Halasz
Ii. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eder Quartet
Grave (Arr. For cello and strings)Jiří Antonín Benda, Christian Benda, Prague Chamber Orchestra
No. 1, Arietta (Arr. V. Godar)Edvard Grieg, Takako Nishizaki, Jenő Jandó
Gustav II Adolf, Op. 49: VII. ElegiHugo Alfvén, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Stig Westerberg
II. Air. ("Air on a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
I. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Ladislav Kyselák, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
String Quartet No. 1 (Arr. for String Quartet by N. Ankarblom): V. Nordic Summer NightsThomas Enroth, Joakim Zetterqvist, Annie Svedlund, Maria Bergström, Johannes Bergion
The MoonWilliam Lloyd Webber, English Chamber Orchestra, Julian Lloyd Webber
II. RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Wolfgang Sobotka
No. 2, In a CalmRobert Farnon, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
V. Cavatina: Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Kodály Quartet
II. Adagio - PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Béla Bánfalvi, Budapesti Vonósok, Karoly Botvay
Ii. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eder Quartet
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Alberto Martini, Accademia I Filarmonici
I Fjol gjaett'e Gjeitinn: AndantinoJohan Svendsen, Bournemouth Sinfonietta, Richard Studt
II. BarcarolaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 120, "Clara Symphonie": II. Romanze. Ziemlich langsam (Re-Orchestrated by G. Mahler)Robert Schumann, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Marin Alsop
Largo, ma non tanto (Children of a Lesser God)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Jablokov, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Oliver von Dohnanyi
III. Romance Without WordsNed Rorem, Philippe Quint, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, José Serebrier
II. RomanceGiovanni Battista Viotti, Franco Mezzena, Symphonia Perusina
II. Adagio cantabileJoseph Haydn, Kodály Quartet
II. AdagioPierre Rode, Friedemann Eichhorn, Jenaer Philharmonie, Nicolás Pasquet
II. Andante cantabile (Version for Cello & Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Daniel Müller-Schott, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Aziz Shokhakimov
No. 1, Sommerabend (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Johannes Brahms, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
V. Herbstblume (arr. P. Breiner for orchestra)David Popper, Maria Kliegel, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Gerhard Markson
I. Andante amorosoNiccolò Paganini, Mario Hossen, Nadja Hoebarth
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Tianwa Yang, Markus Hadulla