Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Intermezzo" - Quiet the Mind, a meticulously curated collection of classical masterpieces set for release on March 18, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical label. This album is a testament to Bach's enduring genius, featuring a diverse array of compositions that span various genres within the classical and classical piano realms.
Spanning over four hours, this album is a journey through some of the most beloved and iconic pieces from the classical repertoire. From the hauntingly beautiful "Gymnopédie No. 1" by Erik Satie to the enchanting "Valse des fleurs" from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," each track is a testament to the rich tapestry of classical music. The album also includes iconic works such as "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber, "The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi, and "Swan Lake" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, offering a comprehensive exploration of the genre's depth and breadth.
The album features a blend of well-known and lesser-known pieces, ensuring that both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre will find something to captivate their senses. Whether it's the soothing melodies of "Pavane pour une Infante défunte" by Maurice Ravel or the lively rhythms of "Peer Gynt Suite No. 1" by Edvard Grieg, each composition is performed with precision and passion, bringing the music to life in a way that only Johann Sebastian Bach can.
"Intermezzo" - Quiet the Mind is not just an album; it's an experience. It's a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and lose yourself in the serene beauty of classical music. Whether you're looking to relax, focus, or simply appreciate the artistry of some of the world's greatest composers, this album is sure to delight. So, sit back, close your eyes, and let the music transport you to a world of tranquility and grace.
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Tracks
Trois Gymnopédies: Gymnopédie No. 1 in D Major: Lent et douloureuxErik Satie, Charles Gerhardt, National Philharmonic Orchestra, David Watkins, William Bennett, David Theodore, Tom Kelly, James Brown
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: IV. Les entretiens de la belle et la bêteMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: VII. Apothéose. Le jardin féeriqueMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Concerto in D Minor: II. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Schwanengesang, D.957: No. 4 SerenadeFranz Schubert, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
The Nutcracker, Op. 71: Valse des fleursPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
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
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Khatia Buniatishvili, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part III, Lever du jourMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Cavalleria rusticana: Act I: Intermezzo sinfonicoPietro Mascagni, James Levine, National Philharmonic Orchestra
Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Andrew Davis, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra
Suite No. 2 for Jazz Orchestra: VII. Waltz IIDmitri Shostakovich, Dmitri Kitayenko, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Hr-sinfonieorchester
Valse triste from Kuolema, Op.44Jean Sibelius, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Gustavo Dudamel, Wiener Philharmoniker
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin & James Halliday )Antonio Vivaldi, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, Vocalise in E Minor (Version for Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Lazar Gosman, Tchaikovsky Chamber Orchestra
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. Tuileries (Dispute d'enfants après jeux)Modest Mussorgsky, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Two Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: II. The Last SpringEdvard Grieg, Eugene Ormandy
Rusalka, Op. 114: Song to the Moon (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra by Joshua Bell)Antonín Dvořák, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Orchestra of St. Luke's
Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 437: III. Sarabande (Arr. for Orchestra) [Excerpt]George Frideric Handel, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Pavane pour une Infante défunteMaurice Ravel, Marie-Claire Jamet, Ayako Shinozaki
Variation XVIII: Andante cantabile from Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 43Sergei Rachmaninoff, Andrew Davis
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: II. Un bal. ValseHector Berlioz, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: AquariumCamille 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
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: I. Morning Mood (Allegretto pastorale)Edvard Grieg, Andrew Davis, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: IV. In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, Andrew Davis, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Abendlied, Op. 85, No. 12 (Arr. for String Orchestra by Johan Svendsen)Robert Schumann, Lucerne Festival Strings, Daniel Dodds
I. Overture: II. RondoHenry Purcell, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Canon & Gigue in D Major, P. 37: CanonJohann Pachelbel, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Les Contes d'Hoffmann: BarcarolleJacques Offenbach, Valery Gergiev, Wiener Philharmoniker
Liebestraum No. 3 in A-Flat Major, S. 541/3Franz Liszt, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Sir Colin Davis, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
Swan Lake, Op. 20, TH 12 (Excerpts): Act II No. 13 Danses des cygnes. IV. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Polovetsian Dances from Prince Igor: IntroduzioneAlexander Borodin, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Polovetsian Dances from Prince Igor: Moderato alla breveAlexander Borodin, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
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
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern, Itzhak Perlman
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": I. Erwachen heiterer Empfindungen bei der Ankunft auf dem Lande. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: I. Allegro molto appassionataFelix Mendelssohn, Ray Chen, Daniel Harding, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra
III. Nocturne from String Quartet No. 2 in D MajorAlexander Borodin, Saulius Sondeckis, St. Petersburg Camerata
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68, "Pastorale": I. Allegro ma non troppo, "Awakening of cheerful feelings on arriving in the countryside"Ludwig van Beethoven, Yo-Yo Ma, Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII - Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Var. IX. (Nimrod). AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21: III. Allegro vivaceFrédéric Chopin, Murray Perahia, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, Jacqueline du Pré, Philadelphia Orchestra
Serenade in G Major, K. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik": II. Romance. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Slavonic Dances, Op. 72, B. 147: No. 2, DumkaAntonín Dvořák, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Water Music: Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348, VII. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Zoroastre, RCT 62, Acte III, Scène VII: Gavotte en rondeauJean-Philippe Rameau, Teodor Currentzis
Johann Sebastian Bach, born in 1685 in Eisenach, Germany, stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of Western music. A prolific composer and virtuoso performer on multiple instruments, Bach's genius spans a vast array of genres and forms. His compositions, ranging from the intricate Brandenburg Concertos to the profound St. Matthew Passion, showcase his unparalleled mastery of harmony, counterpoint, and emotional depth. Bach's keyboard works, such as the Goldberg Variations and The Well-Tempered Clavier, are staples of the classical repertoire, while his organ pieces like the Toccata and Fugue in D minor continue to inspire awe. Bach's legacy, revitalized during the 19th-century Bach Revival, endures as a testament to his enduring brilliance and innovation. His music, respected for its technical brilliance, intellectual rigor, and artistic beauty, continues to captivate audiences and musicians alike.
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