Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Clarence Adler's "055 Classical Music Essentials: Pastorale." This meticulously curated collection, released on September 2, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, is a testament to Adler's profound appreciation for the timeless elegance of classical compositions. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 42 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of 55 tracks that showcase the brilliance of renowned composers such as Mozart, Brahms, Grieg, Strauss, and many more.
From the lively "Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 1 Mov III. Vivace" to the hauntingly beautiful "Der Erlkonig" and the enchanting "Nutcracker Suite," Adler's selection is a journey through the rich tapestry of classical music. The album features a diverse range of pieces, including sonatinas, waltzes, etudes, and folk dances, each performed with exquisite precision and emotional depth.
Clarence Adler, known for his impeccable taste and deep understanding of classical music, has crafted an album that is both a celebration of the past and a bridge to the present. The inclusion of pieces like "Pastorale Variée" and "Blue Danube Arabesques" adds a touch of whimsy and charm, making this album a delightful listen from start to finish.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "055 Classical Music Essentials: Pastorale" offers a rich and rewarding experience. Let Clarence Adler guide you through the enchanting world of classical music, where every note tells a story and every melody evokes a memory.
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Tracks
Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 1 Mov III. VivaceMuzio Clementi, Anna Miernik
16 Waltzes, Op. 39 No. 9 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Anna Miernik
Album Für Die Jugend, Ein Choral, Op. 68 No. 5Robert Schumann, Anna Miernik
20 Easy Pieces on Popular Polish Melodies: No. 20Alexandre Tansman, Anna Miernik
3 Morceaux, Op. 2: No. 1, EtudeAlexander Scriabin, Juan Francisco Otón
UndineLaura Ballestrino
Écossaise K. WoO 23Ludwig van Beethoven, Anna Miernik
Romanian Folk Dances: No. 2 Waistband DanceBéla Bartók, Anna Miernik
Mazurka Wn 41Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Prelude in B Minor BWV 855a (Arr. By Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
15 Two-Part Inventions No. 13 in A Minor BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
3 Miniatures for Clarinet and Piano (I. Allegro II. Andante Cantabile III. Allegro Ma Non Troppo)Krzysztof Penderecki, Anna Miernik, Barbara Borowicz
Goyescas (Suite), No.4: Quejas (o la maja y el ruiseñor)Enrique Granados, Andrés Navarro
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 3, Sehr PräcisRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade IVModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 7, Tempo Des ThemasRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Au Clair De La Lune, Op. 17 - Triphonola T-50064Louis Brassin, Sally Liebling, Peter Phillips
Années De Pèlerinage II, Supplément, S.162: La Gondoliera - Duo-Art 6571Franz Liszt, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
Piano Concerto No. 26 K.537 "Coronation Concerto" in D Major (Arr. Solo Piano by Carl Reinecke): II. Larghetto - Welte-Mignon 237Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Phillips, Carl Reinecke
Bolero, Op. 19 - Welte-Mignon 880Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Emil von Sauer
Pastorale Variée (Attrib. Mozart, K. Anh. 209B) - Duo-Art 67640Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nadia Reisenberg, Peter Phillips
Organ Concerto in D Minor, BWV 596 (Arr. Solo Piano by Zadora): Part II - Duo-Art 67190Johann Sebastian Bach, Maria Carreras, Peter Phillips
Blue Danube Arabesques (Arr. For Piano by Adolf Schulz-Evler) - Duo-Art 6006Johann Strauss II, Adolf Schulz-Evler, Peter Phillips, Rosita Renard
Ballade No. 3, Op. 47 in A-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 1249Frédéric Chopin, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Peter Phillips
Nutcracker Suite (Pt. 2) - Welte-Mignon 2996Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Peter Phillips, Eugen d'Albert