Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Bruyères" - Quiet Summer Hours, a captivating classical piano album set to release on August 22, 2025, under Sony Classical. This exquisite collection spans a generous 2 hours and 39 minutes, offering a serene and introspective journey through some of Bach's most beloved compositions, alongside works by other renowned composers.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, from Bach's iconic "Ave verum corpus" and "Prelude in B Minor" to Debussy's enchanting "Bruyères" and "La fille aux cheveux de lin." Also included are works by Chopin, Schubert, Rachmaninoff, and more, creating a rich tapestry of classical music that showcases the depth and versatility of the piano.
"Bruyères" - Quiet Summer Hours is not just a compilation of tracks but a carefully curated experience that highlights the beauty and complexity of classical music. Each piece has been selected and performed with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring an unforgettable listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire. Prepare to be transported to a world of quiet reflection and musical brilliance with Johann Sebastian Bach's "Bruyères" - Quiet Summer Hours.
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Tracks
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 19b: No. 6 in G Minor. Andante sostenuto, MWV U 78 "Venetian Gondola Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Igor Levit
Vogel als Prophet, Op. 82: No. 7Robert Schumann, Arthur Rubinstein
Moment Musical, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor - without ApplauseFranz Schubert, Lucas Debargue
Gnossienne No. 3Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc
Sonata in D Minor, K. 32 (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin)Domenico Scarlatti, Miloš Karadaglić
Ave verum corpus, K.618 (Arr. for Piano by Franz Liszt)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mao Fujita
Peace PieceBill Evans, Igor Levit
Rêverie, L. 68Claude Debussy, Philippe Entremont
Images, Livre I L.110: Reflets dans l'eauClaude Debussy, Michel Dalberto
The Seasons, Op. 37b: V. May, "White Nights"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Yefim Bronfman
Cantata, BWV 167: Sei Lob und Preis mit EhrenJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Les Barricades MystérieusesFrançois Couperin, Khatia Buniatishvili
La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Respiro 6Olivia Belli
First PoemFederico Albanese
Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11 (Paraphrase for Piano by Lucas Debargue)Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
24 Preludes, Op. 11: No. 21 in B-Flat Major - AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Mao Fujita
Sicilienne, Op. 78Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
Waltz in A Major, Op. 39, No. 15 (Version for piano 4-hands)Johannes Brahms, Igor Levit, Christian Thielemann
Purcell: Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626: When I am laid in earth (Dido's Lament)Henry Purcell, Khatia Buniatishvili
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Var. IX. (Nimrod). AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. posth (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Frédéric Chopin, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Fantasiestücke, Op. 12: 1. Des AbendsRobert Schumann, Arthur Rubinstein
24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87: Fugue No. 7 in A MajorDmitri Shostakovich, Igor Levit
Waltz No. 1 in A-Flat Major, Op. 69 "L'Adieu" - RemasteredFrédéric Chopin, Arthur Rubinstein
Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Lyric Pieces, Book III, Op.47: 3. Melody - LiveEdvard Grieg, Lucas Debargue
MilongaAlberto Ginastera, Xavier De Maistre
Keyboard Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
24 Preludes, Op. 11: No. 11 in B Major - Allegro assaiAlexander Scriabin, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Philippe Entremont, Gaby Casadesus, Yo-Yo Ma, Michel Cerruti, Michel Cals, Régis Pasquier, Yan Pascal Tortelier, Gabin Lauridon, Gerard Causse, Alain Marion, Michel Arrignon
Sinfonia for Strings and Basso Continuo in C Major (From "L'Olimpiade RV 725"): II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Concerto Köln
BruyèresClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Andante from the Sonata for Solo Violin, BWV 1003 (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Song Without Words, Op. 40, No. 6 - RemasteredPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Philippe Entremont
Suite No. 2 for Jazz Orchestra: VII. Waltz IIDmitri Shostakovich, Dmitri Kitayenko, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Hr-sinfonieorchester
13 Pieces for Piano, Op. 76: Elegiaco, No. 10Jean Sibelius, Leif Ove Andsnes
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, Jacqueline du Pré, Philadelphia Orchestra
Sonata in A Major, K. 208, L. 238 - LiveDomenico Scarlatti, Lucas Debargue
Sonatina No. 1, Op. 67: III. Allegro moderatoJean Sibelius, Leif Ove Andsnes
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. Tuileries (Dispute d'enfants après jeux)Modest Mussorgsky, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin & James Halliday )Antonio Vivaldi, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Paraphrase on the Prelude in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872 (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 2, "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Igor Levit
Sinfonia for Strings and Basso Continuo in C Major (From "Il Giustino RV 717"): II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Concerto Köln
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