Immerse yourself in a world of timeless melodies and reflective moments with Jeffrey Tate's "Various: Daydreams - Music for Reflective Moments." This exquisite compilation, released on January 1, 2000, under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to the enduring power of classical music. Spanning just over an hour, this album is a curated journey through some of the most enchanting pieces from the opera and classical genres.
Jeffrey Tate, a renowned conductor, brings his unparalleled expertise to this collection, which includes iconic works such as Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake," Debussy's "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune," and Grieg's "Peer Gynt." The album also features lesser-known gems like Haydn's "Symphony No. 6 in D Major" and Vivaldi's "Flute Concerto in D Major," showcasing Tate's ability to blend the familiar with the unexpected.
Each track is a masterclass in composition, with Tate's conducting adding a layer of depth and nuance that is sure to captivate even the most discerning of listeners. From the soothing "Morning Mood" to the majestic "Coronation Piano Concerto," this album is a celebration of the rich tapestry of classical music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Various: Daydreams - Music for Reflective Moments" offers a serene and introspective listening experience. Let Jeffrey Tate guide you through this collection of timeless pieces, each one a testament to the enduring beauty of classical music.
Carmen Suite No. 1: IntermezzoGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Neville Marriner
Peer Gynt, Op. 23: No. 13, Prelude. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, San Francisco Symphony, Edo de Waart
Symphony No. 6 in D Major, Hob. I:6 "Le Matin": 1. Adagio - AllegroJoseph Haydn, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Denis Vigay, Raymund Koster, Susan Milan, Graham Sheen, Iona Brown, Kenneth Sillito
Flute Concerto in D Major, RV 428 "Il Gardellino": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Aurèle Nicolet, I Musici
String Quintet E, Op.13, No.5: 3. MenuettoLuigi Boccherini, I Musici
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F, HWV 348: 5. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Guitar Concerto No. 1 in A, Op. 30: 2. Andantino (Siciliano)Mauro Giuliani, Pepe Romero, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Sonata a quattro No. 1 in G: 1. ModeratoGioachino Rossini, I Musici
Symphony No. 6 in F, Op. 68 -"Pastoral": 2. Szene am Bach: (Andante molto mosso)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Piano Concerto No. 26 in D Major, K. 537 "Coronation": II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mitsuko Uchida, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Fantasia on GreensleevesRalph Vaughan Williams, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygne (Arr. Palmer for Cello & Orchestra)Camille Saint-Saëns, Julian Lloyd Webber, English Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Cleobury
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, L. 86Claude Debussy, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner