Rosa Aldrovandi's "Música de Ballet: Las Piezas Clásicas" is a captivating journey through the timeless compositions of Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, and Mozart, released on June 7, 2016, under the Imagination Company label. This album is a meticulously curated collection of classical pieces, spanning a little over an hour, that showcases the exquisite talent of Rosa Aldrovandi and the profound beauty of the featured composers.
The album opens with a selection from Tchaikovsky's "Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40," offering a blend of melancholic and lively pieces such as "Chanson triste" and "Mazurka." It then transitions into the enchanting "Children's Album, Op. 39," with tracks like "Morning Prayer" and "Little Mother," which are sure to delight listeners of all ages.
Beethoven's string quartets take center stage in the latter part of the album, with selections from his Op. 18, Op. 95, and Op. 127 quartets. These pieces, including the "Presto" from Op. 18 No. 3 and the "Adagio ma non troppo e molto cantabile" from Op. 127 No. 12, demonstrate Beethoven's mastery of the string quartet form and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions.
The album concludes with two movements from Mozart's string quartets, K. 155 and K. 158, showcasing his elegant and refined style. Rosa Aldrovandi's interpretation of these classical works is both sensitive and nuanced, bringing a fresh perspective to these beloved pieces. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Música de Ballet: Las Piezas Clásicas" is an album that promises to enchant and inspire.
Tracks
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: II. Chanson triste in G MinorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: III. Marche funèbre in C MinorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: IV. Mazurka in C MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: VIII. Valse in A-Flat MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: IX. Valse in F-Sharp MinorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: X. Danse russe in A MinorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: XI. Scherzo in D MinorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Twelve Pieces of Medium Difficulty, Op. 40: XII. Rêverie interrompue in A-Flat MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Children's Album, Op. 39: I. Morning PrayerPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
Children's Album, Op. 39: IV. Little MotherPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18: IV. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. Allegro ma non tantoLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Scherzo - Andante scherzoso quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 5 in A Major, Op. 18: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95: IV. Larghetto espressivo – Allegretto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: II. Adagio ma non troppo e molto cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat Major, Op. 127: III. Scherzando vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major, K. 155: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 5 in F Major, K. 158: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rosa Aldrovandi
String Quartet No. 6 in B-Flat Major, K. 159: I. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rosa Aldrovandi