Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Claude Debussy with the comprehensive album "50 Debussy," released on April 10, 2014, by Ameritz Music Ltd. This extensive collection spans over three hours and forty minutes, showcasing the breadth and depth of Debussy's genius across the classical piano and chamber music genres.
The album features a rich tapestry of Debussy's most celebrated works, including the ethereal "Clair de Lune" from the Suite Bergamasque, the evocative "La Mer," and the delicate "Prélude à l'Après-Midi d'un Faune." Each piece is a testament to Debussy's innovative compositional style, often associated with the Impressionist movement, though he himself rejected the term.
"50 Debussy" offers a journey through Debussy's diverse compositions, from the playful "Children's Corner" suite to the intricate "Images" series, and the profound "Nocturnes." The album also includes lesser-known gems like "La Boîte à Joujoux" and the "Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp," highlighting Debussy's versatility and mastery of various musical forms.
Whether you're a longtime admirer of Debussy's music or a newcomer eager to explore his works, this album provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience the full spectrum of his artistic vision. From the serene beauty of "Clair de Lune" to the vibrant energy of "Golliwog's Cake-walk," each track invites you to appreciate the timeless elegance and innovation of one of classical music's most influential composers.
(C) 2014 Ameritz Music Ltd
Tracks
Suite Bergamasque: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Deux Arabesques ("Two Arabesques"): Arabesque No. 1Claude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Deux Arabesques ("Two Arabesques"): Arabesque No. 2Claude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 1: I. Reflets dans l'eauClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 1: II. Hommage à RameauClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 1: III. MouvementClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
La Mer - Trois esquisses symphoniques, L. 109: I. De l'Aube à midi sur la merClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Orchestra of Radio Luxemburg
La plus que lenteClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Orchestra of Radio Luxemburg
Estampes: I. PagodesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Estampes: II. Soirée dans GrenadeClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Estampes: III. Jardins sous la pluieClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Hommage à HaydnClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Prelude à l'après-midi d'un fauneClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Igor Markevitch, Belgrad Philharmonic Orchestra
Nocturnes: I. NuagesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Orchestra of Radio Luxemburg
Nocturnes: II. FêtesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Orchestra of Radio Luxemburg
Nocturnes: III. SirenesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl, Walter Klien, Louis de Froment, Orchestra of Radio Luxemburg
Children's Corner: I. Dr. Gradus ad ParnassumClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Children's Corner: II. Jimbo's LullabyClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Children's Corner: III. Serenade for the DollClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Children's Corner: IV. Snow is DancingClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Children's Corner: V. The Little ShepherdClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Children's Corner: VI. Golliwog's Cake-walkClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 2: I. Cloches à travers les feuillesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 2: II. Et la lune descendClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Images, Book 2: III. Poissons d'orClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
La Boîte à Joujoux: IV. Après fortuneClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
L'Isle JoyeuseClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Valse romantiqueClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
String Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 10: I. Animé et très décidéClaude Debussy, Louis de Froment, Machine Oguri-Kudo, James VanValkenburg, Lutz Rath, The International String Quartet New York
String Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 10: II. Assez vif et bien rythmeClaude Debussy, Louis de Froment, Machine Oguri-Kudo, James VanValkenburg, Lutz Rath, The International String Quartet New York
String Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 10: III. Andantino, doucement expressifClaude Debussy, Louis de Froment, Machine Oguri-Kudo, James VanValkenburg, Lutz Rath, The International String Quartet New York
String Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 10: IV. Très modéréClaude Debussy, Louis de Froment, Machine Oguri-Kudo, James VanValkenburg, Lutz Rath, The International String Quartet New York
Petite Suite: I. En bateauClaude Debussy, Walter Klien, Beatrice Klien
Petite Suite: II. CortègeClaude Debussy, Walter Klien, Beatrice Klien
Petite Suite: III. MenuetClaude Debussy, Walter Klien, Beatrice Klien
Petite Suite: IV. BalletClaude Debussy, Walter Klien, Beatrice Klien
12 Etudes for Piano: I. Pour les cinq doigtsClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
12 Etudes for Piano: V. Pour les octavesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
12 Etudes for Piano: VI. Pour les huit doigtsClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
12 Etudes for Piano: VII. Pour les degrés chromatiquesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
12 Etudes for Piano: VIII. Pour les agrementsClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
D'un cahier d'esquissesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp: I. PastoraleClaude Debussy, Wilhelm Schwegler, Helga Storck, Fritz Ruf
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp: II. Interlude (Tempo di Minuetto)Claude Debussy, Wilhelm Schwegler, Helga Storck, Fritz Ruf
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp: III. Final (Allegro moderato ma risoluto)Claude Debussy, Wilhelm Schwegler, Helga Storck, Fritz Ruf
Préludes, Book 1: III. Le vent dans la plaineClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Préludes, Book 1: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Préludes, Book 2: I. BrouillardsClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Préludes, Book 2: II. Feuilles mortesClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
Préludes, Book 2: III. La puerta del vinoClaude Debussy, Peter Frankl
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