Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Frédéric Chopin's "Afternoon at the Beach - Classical Works," a captivating collection of timeless pieces set to release on August 24, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This exquisite album spans a little over an hour and twenty-three minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Chopin's unparalleled mastery of the piano, alongside works by other classical greats like Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Johannes Brahms.
The album is a delightful blend of Chopin's own compositions and orchestral works, featuring 78 tracks that range from waltzes and nocturnes to symphonies and dances. Highlights include the delicate "Nocturne No. 4 in F Major, Op. 15 No. 1," the lively "Hungarian Dance No. 18 in D Major," and the majestic "Symphony No. 32 in G, K.318." Each piece is meticulously crafted, offering a journey through the diverse landscapes of classical music.
Chopin's signature style shines through in tracks like "Mazurka in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 41 No. 4" and "Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47," while the inclusion of works by other composers adds depth and variety to the collection. The album is a testament to Chopin's enduring influence and the timeless appeal of classical music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Afternoon at the Beach - Classical Works" promises a serene and uplifting listening experience. Let the soothing melodies and intricate compositions transport you to a world of elegance and grace, where every note tells a story.
6 Ländler for 2 Violins and Bass, WoO 15: No. 6 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Nocturne No. 4 in F Major, Op. 15 No. 1 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Lívia Rév
Six Contredanses K. 462: No. 5 in B Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Six Contredanses K. 462: No. 2 in E Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
String Quartet No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 131 (Arr. Mitropoulos for String Orchestra): III. Allegro moderato – - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 10 in B Minor "Octave" - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Garrick Ohlsson
Symphony No. 22 in C, K.162: 3. Presto assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Eight Minuets K.315g - orch. Erik Smith: No. 7 in AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Mozart a 9 anni - Elaborazioni per orchestra d'epoca: 6. Allegro grazioso in A Major (Londoner Skizzenbuch n.11, K.151)Salvatore Sciarrino, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Marco Angius
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 8 in E-Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 18 in D Major. Molto vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 - Orchestral Version: No. 14 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
16 Minuets K.176: No. 11 in FWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Les petits riens, K. App. 10 (Ballet): AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Nocturne No. 15 in F Minor, Op. 55 No. 1 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Lívia Rév
Divertimento No. 11 in D Major, K. 251 "Nannerl-Septett": Marcia alla franceseWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Six Contredanses K. 462: No. 4 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35 "Funeral March": Marche funèbre - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Cédric Tiberghien
Missa solemnis, Op. 123: IV. Sanctus: c. PraeludiumLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): LargoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Four German Dances, K.602: 4. In AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 9 in E Minor. Allegro non troppo (Orch. Gál)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mazurka in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 41 No. 4 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Pavel Kolesnikov
Contredanse in E-Flat Major. Il Trionfo delle Donne, K. 607Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Symphony No. 32 in G, K.318 (Overture in G): Primo TempoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, James Levine
Hungarian Dance No. 21 in E Minor, WoO1Johannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Mazurka No. 33 in B Major, Op. 56 No. 1 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Pavel Kolesnikov
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Hungarian Dance No. 7 in F Hungarian Dance No. 7 in A - Orchestrated by Iván FischerJohannes Brahms, Budapest Festival Orchestra, Iván Fischer
Four Contredanses K.267: No. 1 in GWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3 in F MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): No. 11 LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Anton Steck
Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Nikolai Demidenko
Symphony No. 32 in G, K.318 (Overture in G): 3. Tempo IWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Overture and Three Contredanses, K.106: Overture in D, K.106Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Maestoso] in C Major, K. 15bWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 1 in C MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11 (Arr. Balakirev): II. Romance. Larghetto - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Marc-André Hamelin
Contredanse in D Major, K. 565aWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 19 in B Minor. Allegretto (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 10 in F Major. Presto (Orch. Brahms)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Contredanse in G Major. Les filles malicieuses, K. 610Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57 - ExcerptFrédéric Chopin, Stephen Hough
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 21 in E Minor. Vivace (Orch. Dvořák)Johannes Brahms, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Weller
Die Weihe des Hauses, Op. 124: No. 4, Turkish MarchLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 47 in D, K.97: 4. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Six German Dances, K.536: No. 6 in FWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky