Immerse yourself in the serene and contemplative world of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Moment Musical" - Quiet Hours, a captivating collection of classical piano masterpieces set to release on May 6, 2025, under Sony Classical. This album, spanning a soothing 2 hours and 44 minutes, is a testament to Bach's timeless genius, offering a tranquil escape into the heart of classical music.
The tracklist is a carefully curated journey through some of Bach's most profound and introspective compositions, alongside works by other esteemed composers. From the hauntingly beautiful "Dido's Lament" by Henry Purcell to the delicate "Clair de lune" by Claude Debussy, each piece is a gem that showcases the depth and versatility of classical piano repertoire.
Highlights include the enchanting "Venetian Gondola Song" by Mendelssohn, the poignant "Nimrod" variation from Elgar's "Enigma Variations," and the ethereal "Pavane" by Fauré. The album also features Bach's own masterful works, such as the "Prelude in B Minor" and the "Keyboard Concerto in F Minor," demonstrating his unparalleled ability to evoke a range of emotions through his music.
"Moment Musical" - Quiet Hours is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a moment of respite and reflection, inviting you to savor the beauty of each note and the artistry of Johann Sebastian Bach. Prepare to be transported to a world of tranquility and elegance, where the timeless melodies of the past continue to resonate with the soul.
(P) 2025 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 19b: No. 6 in G Minor. Andante sostenuto, MWV U 78 "Venetian Gondola Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Igor Levit
Moment Musical, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor - without ApplauseFranz Schubert, Lucas Debargue
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
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
Fantasiestücke, Op. 12: 1. Des AbendsRobert Schumann, Arthur Rubinstein
24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87: Fugue No. 7 in A MajorDmitri Shostakovich, Igor Levit
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
Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11 (Paraphrase for Piano by Lucas Debargue)Gabriel Fauré, 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
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
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
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Khatia Buniatishvili
Consolations, S. 172: No. 4 in D-Flat Major. Quasi adagioFranz Liszt, Leif Ove Andsnes
Polovetsian Dances from Prince Igor: IntroduzioneAlexander Borodin, George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII - Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Daniel Harding, Wiener Philharmoniker, Igor Levit
La Valse d'AmélieYann Tiersen, Lavinia Meijer
Pictures at an Exhibition: II. Il vecchio castelloModest Mussorgsky, Khatia Buniatishvili
The Planets, Op. 32: III. Mercury, the Winged MessengerGustav Holst, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Pavane in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
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