Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with "A Classical Melody" - Solo Piano Works, a captivating collection of solo piano masterpieces by Johann Sebastian Bach, set to release on July 13, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This exquisite compilation spans a rich tapestry of compositions, featuring works from Bach himself, as well as pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Frédéric Chopin, all meticulously curated to showcase the depth and beauty of classical piano repertoire.
The album boasts a diverse selection of 80 tracks, each a testament to the artistic prowess of these legendary composers. From Bach's intricate and intellectually stimulating inventions and preludes to Chopin's evocative mazurkas and etudes, and Mozart's graceful sonatas, the collection offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of classical piano music. Notable highlights include Bach's "2-Part Invention No. 10 in G Major," Chopin's "12 Etudes, Op. 10: No. 2 in A Minor 'Chromatique'," and Mozart's "Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 'Sonata facile'."
With a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, "A Classical Melody" - Solo Piano Works is a concise yet profound exploration of the solo piano genre. The album's release on major streaming platforms such as Spotify and TIDAL ensures wide accessibility, allowing music enthusiasts to indulge in the serene and sophisticated melodies that define this genre. Whether you are a seasoned classical music aficionado or a newcomer to the world of piano compositions, this album promises an enriching and delightful listening experience.
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 16 in B-Flat Minor. Presto con fuocoFrédéric Chopin, Cédric Tiberghien
Mazurka in B-Flat Major (1832), KK IVb/1Frédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
French Overture (Partita), BWV 831: V. Passepied IJohann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: VI. Scherzo - Recorded 1997Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
2 Contrastes: I. Grazioso "Hommage à Chopin"Alfredo Casella, Marc-André Hamelin
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: X. LargoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 10 in C-Sharp Minor. Molto allegroFrédéric Chopin, Lívia Rév
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: I. AdagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35 "Funeral March": IV. Finale. PrestoFrédéric Chopin, Cédric Tiberghien
Fantasia in C Major, H. 291: I. Presto di moltoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Klavierübung (1925 2nd Edition), Book 6 : Variations-Studie nach Mozart I (Serenade from Don Giovanni)Ferruccio Busoni, Marc-André Hamelin
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 8 in D-Flat Major "Sixths"Frédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
Meine Seele erhebt den Herrn, BWV 648 (Arr. Ireland for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother" (Arr. Busoni for Piano): V. Aria di postiglioneJohann Sebastian Bach, Nikolai Demidenko
Magyar Dalok & Rapszódiák, S. 242: No. 5 in D-Flat Major. Tempo giustoFranz Liszt, Leslie Howard
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: VIII. AdagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Fantasia in C Major, H. 291: V. Presto di moltoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Mazurka No. 34 in C Major, Op. 56 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F Minor "The Bees"Frédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
Mazurka in G Major, KK. IIa/2Frédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: IX. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
2-Part Invention No. 13 in A Minor, BWV 784Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt