Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's "'A Classical Autumn," a meticulously curated collection of his most enchanting compositions, set to release on October 9, 2025, under the prestigious UME - Global Clearing House label. This album is a celebration of Vivaldi's genius, spanning a rich tapestry of genres and moods within the classical realm.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 3 minutes, "'A Classical Autumn" offers a diverse array of pieces, from the intricate "Invention No. 4 in D Minor, BWV 775" to the lively "21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 10 in F Major. Presto (Orch. Brahms)." The album also features exquisite selections from Vivaldi's operatic works, such as "Don Giovanni, K. 527 / Act 1: Fin ch'han dal vino (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)" and "Don Giovanni, K. 527 / Act 1: Giovinette, che fate all'amore (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)."
Vivaldi's mastery of the concerto is evident in tracks like "Cello Concerto in D, RV404: 2. Adagio affettuoso" and "Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129 'Madrigalesco': Ib. Allegro." The album also showcases his skill in chamber music with pieces like "Trio Sonata in E for 2 Violins and Continuo, Op. 1/4 , RV 66: 2. Allegro" and "Sonata for Flute or Violin No.4 in C, BWV 1033: 1. Andante - Presto."
"'A Classical Autumn" is not just a compilation but a testament to Vivaldi's enduring influence and the timeless beauty of his music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a captivating journey through the works of one of history's most celebrated composers.
Invention No. 4 in D Minor, BWV 775Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Cello Sonata in E Minor, RV 40: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, János Starker, Stephen Swedish
12 Horn Duos, K. 487/496a: No. 4, PolonaiseWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Iman Soeteman, Jan Peeters
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 8 in C Major. Moderato cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
Invention No. 8 in F Major, BWV 779Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Don Giovanni, K. 527 / Act 1: Fin ch'han dal vino (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Netherlands Wind Ensemble
12 Horn Duos, K. 487/496a: No. 5, LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Iman Soeteman, Jan Peeters
Andante in C Major, WoO 211Ludwig van Beethoven, Pavel Kolesnikov
Invention No. 3 in D Major, BWV 774Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Divertimento in E flat, K.166: 4. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Holliger Wind Ensemble
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 7 in C Major. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
12 Horn Duos, K. 487/496a: No. 3, AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Iman Soeteman, Jan Peeters
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 16. Do Not Sing, O NightingalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Reverie, Op. 74, No. 19Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Söderström, Vladimir Ashkenazy
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 20. I Shall Come to Your TownPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Flute Sonata in G Minor, RV 51: 1. PreludeAntonio Vivaldi, Jean Christophe Frisch, Christine Plubeau, Pascale Boquet, Claude Wassmer, Alessandro De Marchi
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 8. The Pine-Tree Swings by the GatePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Sonata in G major, BWV1021: PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Trio Sonnerie
12 Horn Duos, K. 487/496a: No. 8, AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Iman Soeteman, Jan Peeters
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 60: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormantMaurice Ravel, Jacques Février, Gabriel Tacchino
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 18. The Duckling in the MeadowPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Trio Sonata in E for 2 Violins and Continuo, Op. 1/4 , RV 66: 2. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Salvatore Accardo, Franco Gulli, Rohan De Saram, Bruno Canino
Adagio in F, K.410Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Holliger Wind Ensemble
Cello Concerto in D, RV404: 2. Adagio affettuosoAntonio Vivaldi, Enrico Dindo, I Solisti di Pavia
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 9. All Flowers FadePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Sonata for Flute or Violin No.4 in C, BWV 1033: 1. Andante - PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Maxence Larrieu, Rafael Puyana, Wieland Kuijken
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 2 in C Major. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Steven Osborne
Don Giovanni, K. 527 / Act 1: Giovinette, che fate all'amore (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Netherlands Wind Ensemble
12 Horn Duos, K. 487/496a: No. 1, AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Iman Soeteman, Jan Peeters
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 21. It's Not the Sound ResoundingPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
14 “Interval” Canons K. 508a/3-8 & K. Deest: Canons Nos. 6-10, K.508a/4-6 & K. DeestWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Karl-Heinz Steffens, Werner Mittelbach, Reinhold Helbich
Pierścień", Op. 74 No. 14 "The Ring"Frédéric Chopin, Charles Spencer, Urszula Kryger
4 Klavierstücke, Op. 119: No. 3, Intermezzo in C MajorJohannes Brahms, Stephen Hough
Canon in C, K.508AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schessl, Andreas Röhn, Yang Wen Sinn
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129 "Madrigalesco": Ib. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Musical Offering, BWV 1079 - Ed. Marriner: Canon perpetuusJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Iona Brown, Nicholas Kraemer, Denis Vigay
2 Canons in F for 2 voices in 1, K508a: Nos. 1-2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Karl-Heinz Steffens, Werner Mittelbach, Joachim Olszewski
14 “Interval” Canons K. 508a/3-8 & K. Deest: Canons Nos. 1-5, K.508a/3 & K. DeestWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Karl-Heinz Steffens, Werner Mittelbach, Reinhold Helbich, Joachim Olszewski
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Violin Sonata in G Major, BWV 1021: IV. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Elizabeth Wallfisch, Richard Tunnicliffe, Paul Nicholson
Sonata in A for Violin and Continuo, Op. 2/2 , RV 31: 3. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Salvatore Accardo, Rohan De Saram, Bruno Canino
Invention No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 773Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 10 in F Major. Presto (Orch. Brahms)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Ach Gott und Herr, BWV 714Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Hurford
Canon in FWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Karl-Heinz Steffens, Werner Mittelbach, Reinhold Helbich, Joachim Olszewski
50 Russian Folk Songs, TH 176: 12. Be Calmed, Stormy WindsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Valentina Lisitsa, Alexei Kuznetsoff
Invention No. 6 in E Major, BWV 777Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Flute Sonata in C Major, BWV 1033: I. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Paul Nicholson, Richard Tunnicliffe, Lisa Beznosiuk
Allegro in F Major, K. 33B (Orch. Smith)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner