Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Claude Debussy with the upcoming album "Music for Reading," set to release on May 2, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label. This exquisite collection of classical masterpieces spans a generous 2 hours and 29 minutes, offering a serene and captivating journey through Debussy's timeless compositions.
The album features a diverse array of Debussy's works, including the delicate "Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor," the ethereal "Clair de Lune," and the iconic "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun." Each piece is meticulously selected to create a harmonious blend of solo piano and orchestral arrangements, showcasing Debussy's unparalleled ability to evoke moods and landscapes through music.
Claude Debussy, often hailed as a pioneer of impressionist music, though he himself rejected the term, brings a unique sensitivity and innovation to his compositions. "Music for Reading" is a testament to his genius, offering a soothing and inspiring backdrop for any moment of quiet reflection or focused reading.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album promises to be a cherished addition to your music collection. Let the melodic elegance of Debussy's music transport you to a world of beauty and tranquility.
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Tracks
AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Maria Kliegel, Kristin Merscher
No. 1 in E Major (Arr. J. Loman for Flute & Harp)Claude Debussy, Nora Shulman, Judy Loman
I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
II. MenuettoAntonín Dvořák, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth.Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
VI. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Aradia Ensemble, Kevin Mallon
II. Largo e sostenutoJoseph Haydn, Jenő Jandó
Nocturne in B Major, Op. 40, B. 47Antonín Dvořák, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Marin Alsop
No. 1Erik Satie, Klara Kormendi
III. Intermezzo. Bewegt, doch nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Haoli Lin, Jianan Liu
Ombra mai fùGeorge Frideric Handel, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
I. PastoraleLuigi Boccherini, Zoltan Tokos, Danubius Quartet
AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Jenő Jandó
Ma mère l'oye Suite (Mother Goose Suite): V. Le jardin féerique [version for orchestra] [Version for Orchestra]Maurice Ravel, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Jean
II. Air ("On the G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
No. 9 Abschied (Departure)Robert Schumann, Paul Gulda
II. Serenade: Andante cantabile (Attrib. To Hoffstetter)Joseph Haydn, Kodály Quartet
III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, François-Joël Thiollier
None but the Lonely Heart, Op. 6 No. 6 (Arr. P. Breiner for violin and orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Takako Nishizaki, Queensland Orchestra, Peter Breiner
X. Old TimesFranz Liszt, Eteri Andjaparidze
II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Christine Pichlmeier, Lisa Stewart, Kolner Kammerorchester, Helmut Müller-Brühl
No. 3: Nocturne in A-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Jenő Jandó
I. LargoPietro Locatelli, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
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