Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Claude Debussy's "Romance" - Classical Moods, a captivating album set to release on August 31, 2025, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection spans a generous duration of 3 hours and 53 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano and orchestral masterpieces.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including timeless pieces such as Elgar's "Salut d'amour," Rachmaninov's "Vocalise," and Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata." Debussy's own "Clair de Lune" is also prominently featured, showcasing the composer's signature impressionistic style. The tracklist is a veritable feast for the senses, with works by Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Mozart, and many others, each contributing to the album's romantic and evocative atmosphere.
"Romance" - Classical Moods is not just a compilation of classical pieces; it is a carefully curated journey through the emotional landscapes of love, longing, and nostalgia. The album's title track, "Romance," is a poignant farewell to the genre, blending orthodox elements with Debussy's innovative touch. Other highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Song to the Moon" from Dvořák's "Rusalka," the tender "Meditation" from Massenet's "Thaïs," and the ethereal "Dance of the Blessed Spirits" from Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice."
Claude Debussy, a pioneer of impressionist music, brings his unique sensibility to this collection, infusing each piece with a sense of elegance and grace. The album is a testament to Debussy's enduring influence and his ability to evoke deep emotion through his music.
Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Romance" - Classical Moods offers a captivating exploration of some of the most beloved and timeless compositions in the classical repertoire. Prepare to be transported to a world of beauty, passion, and romance with this extraordinary album.
Rachmaninov: 14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, VocaliseSergei Rachmaninoff, Natalie Dessay, Michael Schønwandt, Berliner Sinfonieorchester
Paganini: Cantabile in D Major, Op. 17Niccolò Paganini, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Gareth Morris, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir David Willcocks
Canteloube: Chants d'Auvergne, Vol. 1: No. 2, BaïlèroJoseph Canteloube, Dawn Upshaw, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Elgar: Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 82: II. Romance. AndanteEdward Elgar, Renaud Capuçon, Stephen Hough
Dvořák: Rusalka, Op. 114, Act 1: Song to the Moon. "Měsíčku na nebi hlubokém" (Rusalka)Antonín Dvořák, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Nikolai Lugansky
Beethoven: Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux: XIII. Le cygne (Version for Cello and Harp)Camille Saint-Saëns, Jacqueline du Pré, Osian Ellis
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Hélène Grimaud, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Philharmonia Orchestra
Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez: II. Adagio (Excerpt)Joaquín Rodrigo, Julian Bream, Sir Simon Rattle, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 4: No. 29, Final ScenePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Andante cantabile for Cello and Orchestra (After String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, John Eliot Gardiner, Steven Isserlis, Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Che gelida manina" (Rodolfo)Giacomo Puccini, Pene Pati, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine, Emmanuel Villaume
Chopin: Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Freire
Schubert: Impromptu No. 3 in G-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Aurélien Pontier
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Leif Ove Andsnes
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 2: "Voi che sapete" (Cherubino)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Marianne Crebassa, Marc Minkowski, Mozarteumorchester Salzburg
Shostakovich / Orch. Atovmyan: Suite from the Gadfly, Op. 97a: VIII. RomanceDmitri Shostakovich, Daniel Hope, Maxim Shostakovich, BBC Symphony Orchestra
Dvořák: Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52: IV. LarghettoAntonín Dvořák, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Borodin: String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno (Excerpt)Alexander Borodin, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Dvořák: Rusalka, Op. 114, B. 203, Act 1: Song to the MoonAntonín Dvořák, Edgar Moreau, Jérémie Moreau
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: MéditationJules Massenet, Renaud Capuçon, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, Daniel Harding
Duport: Cello Concerto No. 2 in G Major: II. RomanceJean-Louis Duport, Frédéric Lodéon, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris, Jean-Pierre Wallez
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Paavo Järvi
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 2: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Transcr. Kreisler & Moreau for Cello and Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Edgar Moreau, Pierre-Yves Hodique
Puccini : Manon Lescaut: IntermezzoGiacomo Puccini, Maurice Handford, Hallé
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Lauretta)Giacomo Puccini, Montserrat Caballé, Sir Charles Mackerras, London Symphony Orchestra
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Un bel dì vedremo" (Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Renata Scotto, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 1: Duo des fleurs. "Viens, Mallika" - "Dôme épais, le jasmin" (Lakmé, Mallika)Léo Delibes, Michel Plasson, Delphine Haidan, Natalie Dessay, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 1: Tatiana's Letter Scene. "Puskay pogibnu ya, no prezhde" (Tatiana)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester, Stefan Soltesz
Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Wagner: Wesendonck-Lieder: No. 5, Träume (Orch. Henze)Richard Wagner, Stephanie Blythe, John Nelson, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris
Brahms: 6 Piano Pieces, Op. 118: No. 2, Intermezzo in A MajorJohannes Brahms, Peter Donohoe
Debussy: Rêverie, CD 76, L. 68Claude Debussy, Aldo Ciccolini
Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Book 1, Op. 12: No. 1, AriettaEdvard Grieg, Daniel Adni
Mozart: Horn Concerto No. 4 in E-Flat Major, K. 495: II. Romance. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Guerrier, Ensemble Orchestral de Paris, John Nelson
Bizet: Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13, Act 1: Romance. "Je crois entendre encore" (Nadir)Georges Bizet, Georges Prêtre, Alain Vanzo, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
Mascagni: Cavalleria rusticana: IntermezzoPietro Mascagni, Mariss Jansons, Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra