Immerse yourself in the serene and introspective world of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Rêverie" - A Moment of Calm, a meticulously curated collection of classical piano masterpieces set for release on August 15, 2025, under Sony Classical. This album is a testament to Bach's timeless genius, featuring a blend of his most beloved works alongside compositions from other renowned composers, all united by a theme of tranquility and reflection.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 43 minutes, the album is a journey through the depths of classical music, showcasing the profound emotional range and technical brilliance of the piano. From the hauntingly beautiful "Prelude in B Minor" to the ethereal "Clair de Lune" and the iconic "Moonlight Sonata," each piece is a testament to the enduring power of classical music to soothe the soul and stir the heart.
The album opens with Bach's own compositions, including the contemplative "Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 19b: No. 6 in G Minor" and the majestic "Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056." It then seamlessly transitions into works by other masters, such as Chopin's "Prelude in B Major, Op. 28: No. 11" and Debussy's "Reflets dans l'eau." The inclusion of modern compositions like "Grain Moon" and "Firedove" adds a contemporary touch, bridging the past and present in a harmonious blend.
"Rêverie" - A Moment of Calm is not just a collection of songs; it's an experience. It's a sanctuary for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life, a place where the mind can wander and the spirit can find peace. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a moment of calm, a chance to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the timeless beauty of classical music.
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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
Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Igor Levit
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
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
Flight - IntroRachel Portman, Jess Gillam
Flight (feat. Jess Gillam)Rachel Portman, Anna Lapwood, Jess Gillam
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
FiredoveJulie Cooper, Anna Lapwood, Elena Urioste, The Chapel Choir of Pembroke College, Cambridge