Eugene Mursky presents "Klassik zur Hochzeit - Classical Wedding," a meticulously crafted collection of timeless classical pieces, set for release on December 27, 2024, under the prestigious haenssler CLASSIC label. This album is a celebration of love and elegance, featuring a blend of well-known melodies and hidden gems that have graced countless weddings and special occasions.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes, the album showcases Mursky's versatility and deep connection with the classical genre. From the enchanting "Waltz No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 34" to the majestic "Ave Maria" and the triumphant "Ode to Joy," each track is a testament to Mursky's exceptional artistry and musical prowess.
The album opens with the traditional "Wedding March" and closes with the iconic "Trumpet Voluntary," creating a full circle of musical elegance. In between, you'll find a diverse range of compositions, including the serene "Pavane pour une infante défunte," the lively "Bourree" from Handel's "Water Music," and the hauntingly beautiful "Nocturne No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 9, No. 1."
Eugene Mursky's interpretation of these classic pieces brings a fresh perspective while staying true to their original essence. Whether you're a classical connoisseur or simply appreciate beautiful music, "Klassik zur Hochzeit - Classical Wedding" is sure to captivate your heart and soul. This album is not just a compilation of songs; it's a musical journey that encapsulates the joy, romance, and grandeur of a wedding celebration.
Waltz No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 34Frédéric Chopin, Pavlos Hatzopoulos
Overture (Suite) No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air, "Air on the G String"Johann Sebastian Bach, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Ombra mai fu [Largo] [arr. N. Marriner]George Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
IX. Hochzeitsmarsch (Wedding March)Felix Mendelssohn, Oregon Bach Festival Women's Chorus, The Oregon Bach Festival Orchestra, Helmuth Rilling
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Limburger Cathedral Boys Choir, Gürzenich Orchester Köln, Klaus Knubben, Barbara Schlick, Erika Schmidt-Valentin, Clemens Bieber, Thomas Quasthoff
Ave Maria, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839 (Arr. for Recorder & Orchestra by William Ryden) - Remastered 2023Franz Schubert, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Pavane, Op. 50 (Arr. T. Scheibe for Brass & Woodwind Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Sächsische Bläserphilharmonie, Peter Sommerer
III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
MeditationJules Massenet, Moscow State Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
No. 10, Jesus bleibet meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Water Music: Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: VIII. Bourree - IX. HornpipeGeorge Frideric Handel, John Constable, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
IV. Finale. Presto - Allegro assai, "an die Freude" (Ode to Joy) [arr. M. Warren for vocals, choir and chamber ensemble]Ludwig van Beethoven, Michael Pöhlmann, Sira Selugga, Thomas Frassle, Voice Event Gospel Choir, The
II. BouréeGeorge Frideric Handel, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski
III. Clair de lune (Arr. H. Schütz for Harp)Claude Debussy, Helene Schütz
Waltz of the flowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Evgeny Mravinsky
1ère GymnopédieErik Satie, Anna Carewe
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Version for Orchestra)Maurice Ravel, Vitaly Buyanovsky, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Evgeny Mravinsky
XIII. Le Cygne (the Swan) [arr. For chamber ensemble]Camille Saint-Saëns, Koryun Asatryan, Eun Bae Jang