Immerse yourself in a timeless collection of orchestral elegance with "Boston Pops Adagios," a masterful compilation conducted by the legendary Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops Orchestra. Released in January 1990 under the prestigious RCA Red Seal label, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of classical music, featuring a soothing blend of adagios that span various genres and compositions.
The album kicks off with the enchanting "Clair de Lune" from Claude Debussy's "Suite Bergamasque," setting a serene tone that carries through the entire collection. Fiedler's interpretation of timeless pieces like "Summertime" from "Porgy and Bess," "Cavalleria Rusticana: Intermezzo," and "La Bohème: Musetta's Waltz" showcases his ability to bring out the depth and richness of each composition. The inclusion of beloved melodies such as "Londonderry Air" and "Fantasia on 'Greensleeves'" adds a touch of familiarity, making this album a delightful journey through the world of classical music.
With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, "Boston Pops Adagios" is a comprehensive exploration of some of the most beautiful adagios in the classical repertoire. The album's diverse tracklist includes works by renowned composers such as Antonín Dvořák, Edvard Grieg, Engelbert Humperdinck, and Camille Saint-Saëns, each piece meticulously performed by the Boston Pops Orchestra under Fiedler's expert guidance. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(P) 2002 BMG
Tracks
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra
ReverieClaude Debussy, Arthur Fiedler
Summertime (From "A Symphonic Picture of Porgy and Bess")George Gershwin, Arthur Fiedler
Cavalleria Rusticana: IntermezzoPietro Mascagni, Arthur Fiedler
La Bohème: Musetta's WaltzGiacomo Puccini, Arthur Fiedler
Londonderry AirTraditional, Arthur Fiedler
Fantasia on "Greensleeves" (What Child Is This?)Traditional, Arthur Fiedler
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95 ("From The New World"): Largo (II)Antonín Dvořák, Arthur Fiedler
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: MorningEdvard Grieg, Arthur Fiedler
Hänsel und Gretel: Children's PrayerEngelbert Humperdinck, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra
And This Is My BelovedAlexander Borodin, George Forrest, Robert Wright, Arthur Fiedler
Sadko: Song of IndiaNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Arthur Fiedler
Carnival of the Animals: The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Arthur Fiedler, Samuel Lipman, Leo Litwin, Martin Hoherman
Two Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: The Last Spring, No 2Edvard Grieg, Arthur Fiedler
String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op.11: Andante cantabilePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Arthur Fiedler, Boston Pops Orchestra
None But The Lonely HeartPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Arthur Fiedler
Piano Concerto No. 21 "Elvira Madigan": AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Arthur Fiedler, Newton Wayland
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