James Galway, the renowned Irish flutist, brings the timeless compositions of Ludwig van Beethoven to life in this captivating 1990 album. "James Galway Plays Beethoven" is a masterful collection of classical pieces that showcase the elegance and virtuosity of both the artist and the composer. The album features a selection of serenades and sonatas, performed with Galway's signature precision and passion, accompanied by Phillip Moll on piano, Paul Neubauer on viola, and Joseph Swensen on violin.
The album opens with the Serenade in D Major, Op. 25, a charming and lively composition that sets the tone for the rest of the record. The Serenade in D Major, Op. 8, follows, offering a delightful blend of march, adagio, and polonaise movements. The Sonata for Piano and Flute in B-Flat Major, Anh. 4, completes the album with its graceful and expressive melodies.
Recorded under the RCA Red Seal label, this album spans a total of 66 minutes, providing a rich and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "James Galway Plays Beethoven" is a testament to the enduring beauty of Beethoven's music and the exceptional skill of James Galway.
(P) 1990 BMG Music
Tracks
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: I. Entrata: AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: II. Tempo ordinario d'un MinuettoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: III. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: IV. Andante con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: V. Allegro scherzando e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op.25: VI. Adagio: Allegro vivace disinvoltoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Sonata for Piano and Flute in B-Flat Major, Anh. 4: I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Sonata for Piano and Flute in B-Flat Major, Anh. 4: II. PolonaiseLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Sonata for Piano and Flute in B-Flat Major, Anh. 4: III. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Sonata for Piano and Flute in B-Flat Major, Anh. 4: IV. Allegretto moltoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Serenade in D Major, Op. 8: I. MarciaLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Serenade in D Major, Op. 8: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway
Serenade in D Major, Op. 8: III. Menuetto - AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Serenade in D Major, Op. 8: IV. Polonaise - Allegretto alla PolaccaLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll
Serenade in D Major, Op. 8: V. Tema con variazioni - AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, James Galway, Phillip Moll