"Melancholy" - Classical Moods is a deeply evocative album set to be released on July 31, 2025, under the prestigious Warner Classics label. This collection of classical masterpieces, curated under the name of the legendary Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, offers a profound exploration of melancholy through some of the most poignant compositions in the classical repertoire.
Spanning a rich duration of 3 hours and 16 minutes, the album encompasses a diverse range of genres, including classical, requiem, opera, classical piano, and chamber music. It features iconic pieces such as Chopin's 24 Preludes, Rachmaninov's Vocalise, and Barber's Adagio for Strings, alongside lesser-known gems like Sibelius' Valse triste and Fauré's Après un rêve.
The album opens with Grieg's haunting "The Death of Åse" from Peer Gynt and closes with the ethereal "Lacrimosa" from Mozart's Requiem, creating a full circle of emotional resonance. Each track is meticulously selected to evoke a sense of introspection and melancholy, showcasing the timeless beauty of classical music.
"Melancholy" - Classical Moods is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to immerse yourself in the profound emotions and intricate compositions of some of the greatest composers in history. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to be a deeply moving and unforgettable journey through the depths of human emotion.
Tchaikovsky: Romance for Piano in F Minor, Op. 5Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Viktoria Postnikova
Schubert: 4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D. 899: No. 3 in G-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Anne Queffélec
Schubert: Schwanengesang, D. 957: No. 4, Ständchen (Arr. for Trumpet and Piano)Franz Schubert, Sergei Nakariakov, Vera Nakariakova
Schumann: Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, TräumereiRobert Schumann, Maria João Pires
Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Armin Jordan, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Lauretta)Giacomo Puccini, Victoria de los Ángeles, Gabriele Santini, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Bach, JS: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: I. AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Maria Tipo
Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: VIII. LacrimosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis (Opening)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Sibelius: 2 Pieces from Kuolema, Op. 44: No. 1, Valse tristeJean Sibelius, Sir John Barbirolli, Hallé
Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 2, Andante espressivo, MWV U80Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Adni
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Paul Tortelier
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Véronique Gens, Roger Vignoles
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble