Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical and contemporary music with Erno Rapee's "059 Classical & Contemporary Essentials: Bohemian Girl." This captivating album, set to release on August 28, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, is a testament to Rapee's virtuosity and his ability to seamlessly blend timeless classics with modern compositions.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 50 minutes, this extensive collection features 59 meticulously selected tracks that showcase a diverse range of musical styles and emotions. From the hauntingly beautiful "Nocturne No.4" by Chopin to the lively "Hungarian Dance No. 8" and the serene "Ave Verum Corpus" by Mozart, each piece is a masterclass in musical expression.
Rapee's interpretation of "The Bohemian Girl" selection, including the iconic "Marble Halls," is a highlight, offering a fresh perspective on this beloved melody. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Inca Nocturne No. 5" and "Volaverunt," demonstrating Rapee's eclectic taste and deep musical knowledge.
The album is a journey through different eras and genres, featuring works by composers such as Schumann, Liszt, and Bach, as well as contemporary pieces like "Three Passions for Our Tortured Planet" and "Tableaux for Solo Piano." Rapee's performances are marked by their technical precision and emotional depth, making this album a captivating listen from start to finish.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "059 Classical & Contemporary Essentials: Bohemian Girl" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Erno Rapee's masterful playing and thoughtful curation make this album a standout in the world of classical and contemporary music.
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Tracks
Nocturne No.4. Op. 36, E-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6148Gabriel Fauré, Magdeleine Brard, Peter Phillips
Moments Musicaux. Op. 94: No. 6 A-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6233Franz Schubert, Oliver Denton, Peter Phillips
The Bohemian Girl. Selection. (Marble Halls Etc) - Duo-Art 6421Michael William Balfe, Erno Rapee, Peter Phillips
Album for the Young, Op. 39 No. 16: Old French SongPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Miernik
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 9, -Robert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): IV. LentoRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Moderato Wn 56Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Ave Verum Corpus KV 618 (Arr. Solo Piano by R. Bender)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
Intermezzo No. 1Manuel Ponce, Anna Miernik
Trois mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après Un Rêve (Arr. Flute & piano by Katrina Penman)Gabriel Fauré, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Ecossaise in G Major, Op. 18 No. 4Franz Schubert, Anna Miernik
Canzonetta, Op. 123 No. 3Cécile Chaminade, Anna Miernik
Waltz in A Minor B. 150 Op. PosthumousFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Pictures at an Exhibition: GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Cantata BWV 147 (Piano Transcription by Hans-Günter Heumann): Jesu, Joy of Man DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Three Passions for Our Tortured Planet: WindsBrian Field, Irene Cantos
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Le Miroir D'un Instant, Op. 39Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Sonata 60 Hob XVI 50: I. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Anna Miernik
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 4, Ziemlich LangsamRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade VModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 8, Mit Grosser KraftRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Pictures at an Exhibition: BydłoModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
6 Pieces, Op. 19: Nocturno, Op. 19, No. 4Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Ondes Parallèles, Op. 38Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Sonate Brillante C-Moll: IV. Finale. Tempo GiustoDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
Three Morceaux. Op. 48: No. 3, Etude Heroique - Duo-Art 5848Theodor Leschetizky, Guiomar Novaes, Peter Phillips
Hungarian Dance No. 8 in A Minor (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Duo-Art 5668Johannes Brahms, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Aeolian Murmurings. Op. 123 (Concert Study) - Duo-Art 5797Homer Newton Bartlett, John Thompson, Peter Phillips
Chant Polonaise No. 5, S.480, Transcription of Chopin's My Joys (Polish Songs) Op. 74, No .12 - Welte-Mignon 1035Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Xàfec de Llum I Tenebres: III. Quizás la LuzRamón Paus, Orquestra De Cambra Catalana, Joan Pàmies
L' Amour Des Trois Oranges.: Intermezzo - March (Arr. Solo Piano by Prokofiev) - Duo-Art 6477Sergei Prokofiev, Peter Phillips
The Sea (Prelude) - Duo-Art 72960Selim Palmgren, Katharine Goodson, Peter Phillips
Hedge Rose (Heidenroslein) D. 257 [Arr. By Godowsky] - Duo-Art 73039Franz Schubert, Muriel Kerr, Peter Phillips
Air De Ballet. Op. 37, No. 4 from "Callirhoe" Ballet - Duo-Art 71978Cécile Chaminade, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips