Peer Gynt, Op. 23, Act IV: No. 13, Prelude. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Järvi
Canon and Gigue in D major: 1. CanonJohann Pachelbel, Lucerne Festival Strings, Rudolf Baumgartner
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Wolfgang Herzer, Alfons Kontarsky, Aloys Kontarsky, Karl Böhm
Pavane, Op. 50 (Choral Version)Gabriel Fauré, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa, Tanglewood Festival Chorus
Concierto de Aranjuez: II. AdagioJoaquín Rodrigo, Göran Söllscher, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: Air "on the G String"Johann Sebastian Bach, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 In C Sharp Minor: IV. Adagietto (Sehr langsam)Gustav Mahler, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rafael Kubelík
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Pierre Fournier, Berliner Philharmoniker, Alfred Wallenstein
Adagio For Strings And Organ In G MinorRemo Giazotto, Eduard Kaufmann, Walter Prystawski, Lucerne Festival Strings, Rudolf Baumgartner
Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95 "From the New World": 2. LargoAntonín Dvořák, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 4: Entr'acte (Barcarolle)Jacques Offenbach, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Järvi
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 1: Prelude to Act 1 - ExcerptGeorges Bizet, Orchestre de l'Opéra National de Paris, Myung-Whun Chung
Carmina Burana: I. O fortunaCarl Orff, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Eugen Jochum, Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: 4. In The Hall Of The Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Järvi
Concerto for Violin and Strings in F minor, Op. 8, No. 4, R.297 "L'inverno": 1. Allegro non molto - 2. Largo - 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert, Simon Standage
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 1Modest Mussorgsky, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
Overture 1812, Op. 49: Overture 1812 - BeginningPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Churchbells of Gothenburg, Gothenburg Artillery Division, Gothenburg Symphony Brass Band, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Järvi, Gothenburg Symphony Choir, Ove Gotting
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64 / Act I: No. 13, Dance of the KnightsSergei Prokofiev, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Requiem: IIa. Dies iraeGiuseppe Verdi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini, Ernst Senff Chor
Die Walküre, WWV 86B - Concert version / Act 3: The Ride Of The WalkyresRichard Wagner, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Also sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30, TrV 176: I. Einleitung, oder SonnenaufgangRichard Strauss, Boston Symphony Orchestra, William Steinberg
Rhapsody In BlueGeorge Gershwin, Siegfried Stöckigt, Kurt Hiltawsky, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Boléro, M. 81Maurice Ravel, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Aufforderung zum Tanz, Op. 65 (Orch. Berlioz)Carl Maria von Weber, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor, No. 3 in F Major (Orch. Brahms), No. 6 in D-Flat Major (Orch. Schmeling)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH.35: Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy...Waltz Of The FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Ferdinand Leitner
Myung-Whun Chung is a renowned South Korean conductor and pianist, celebrated for his profound impact on the classical music scene. Born in Seoul in 1953, Chung began his musical journey as a prodigious pianist, making his debut with the Seoul Philharmonic at the tender age of seven. His early success continued with a prize at the Tchaikovsky Competition in 1974. However, it is his conducting career that has truly set him apart. Chung has led some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the Paris Opéra, the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome, and the Seoul Philharmonic. His tenure at La Scala in Milan is particularly notable, where he has conducted over 140 concerts and nine operas, cementing his status as a beloved figure in the opera world. Chung's ability to inspire and connect with audiences makes him a standout figure in the classical music world.
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Myung-Whun Chung's "The Essential Classics Collection." Released on January 1, 1999, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this compilation is a testament to the enduring power of orchestral and operatic masterpieces. Spanning a generous duration of 5 hours and 4 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated compositions in the classical repertoire.
Myung-Whun Chung, a renowned conductor and pianist, curates a diverse selection of pieces that showcase the depth and breadth of classical music. From the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber to the exhilarating "Radetzky March" by Johann Strauss II, each track is a masterclass in musical expression. The album features iconic works such as Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake," Debussy's "Clair de Lune," and Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5," among many others.
Chung's meticulous attention to detail and his profound understanding of the music shine through in every performance. Whether it's the delicate nuances of Chopin's "Nocturne No. 5" or the grandeur of Wagner's "Ride of the Valkyries," each piece is rendered with a clarity and precision that highlights the genius of the composers.
"The Essential Classics Collection" is not just a compilation of great works; it is a celebration of the rich heritage of classical music. Myung-Whun Chung's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, making this album a must-listen for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.