Dive into the timeless elegance of classical music with "Classical Bangers" by Johann Sebastian Bach, a captivating compilation set to release on August 30, 2025, under Sony Classical/Sony Music. This exquisite collection spans a generous 2 hours and 31 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano and orchestral masterpieces that showcase the enduring genius of Bach and his contemporaries.
The album is a vibrant mix of well-loved classics and lesser-known gems, featuring arrangements by notable artists such as Svetoslav Karparov, Tim Allhoff, and Vivan & Ketan Bhatti. From the ethereal beauty of "Ave Maria" to the dynamic energy of "Trepak" from The Nutcracker, each track is a testament to the timeless appeal of classical music. The inclusion of variations on iconic pieces like Mozart's Symphony No. 40 and Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 adds a fresh perspective, making this album a delightful journey through the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras.
"Classical Bangers" is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this compilation promises to enchant and inspire. Perfect for relaxation, study, or simply enjoying the sublime beauty of classical music, this album is a celebration of the enduring legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach and the timeless artistry of classical composition.
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Tracks
Lakmé: Flower Duet (Arr. for Violin and Strings by Vivan & Ketan Bhatti)Léo Delibes, Esther Abrami
Canon in D Variation (From Canon in D Major, P. 37/T. 337, Arr. for Piano and Violin by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Pachelbel, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Mozart Symphony 40 Variation (From Symphony No. 40, K. 550, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
Der Winter - Die Vier Jahreszeiten (Winter - The Four Seasons)Antonio Vivaldi, Florin Paul, Hamburg Soloists, Emil Klein
Die MoldauBedřich Smetana, Uwe Mund, Kyoto Symphony Orchestra
Ungarischer Tanz Nr. 5Johannes Brahms, Elin Kolev
Ave Maria Variation (From Méditation sur le Premier Prélude de Piano de Bach, CG 89, Arr. for Piano and Violin by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Suite for Violoncello No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jan Vogler
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Nikolai Tokarev
Morgenstimmung - Peer Gynt Suite (Morning Mood - Peer Gynt Suite)Edvard Grieg, Arthur Grüber, Berliner Symphoniker
Palladio: I. AllegrettoKarl Jenkins, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ben Palmer
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (A Little Night Music)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wolfdieter Maurer
The Four Seasons Recomposed: Spring IMax Richter, Eldbjørg Hemsing, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Michael England
Der Karneval der Tiere, R. 125: IV. Der SchwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Ferhan & Ferzan Önder, Raphaela Gromes, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Johannes Zurl
Once Upon a Time in the WestEnnio Morricone, Olga Peretyatko, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ben Palmer
Ave Maria, CG 89aJohann Sebastian Bach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
Für Elise, WoO 59Ludwig van Beethoven, Olga Scheps
String Quartet No. 3, "Mishima": VI. Mishima / ClosingPhilip Glass, The Modern String Quintet
Der Sommer - Die Vier Jahreszeiten (Summer - The Four Seasons)Antonio Vivaldi, Florin Paul, Hamburg Soloists, Emil Klein
Verdi La Traviata Variation (From La Traviata: Libiamo ne' lieti calici, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
HabaneraGeorges Bizet, Samuel Friedmann, Russian Philharmonic Orchestra
Trepak, Russischer Tanz - Der Nussknacker (Trepak, Russian Dance - the Nutcracker)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Samuel Friedmann, State Symphony Orchestra of Tatarstan
Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile" (Transcribed for Harp by Xavier de Maistre): I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Xavier De Maistre
Salut d'amour, Op. 12Edward Elgar, Sol Gabetta, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Mario Venzago
In Trutina (From Carmina Burana, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Tim Allhoff)Carl Orff, Louis Philippson, Michael Bosch
PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Samuel Friedmann, Russian Philharmonic Orchestra
Marsch - Der Nussknacker (March - Nutcracker)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Samuel Friedmann, State Symphony Orchestra of Tatarstan
GoldBergHain (Quodlibet on "Kraut und Rüben haben mich vertrieben") for Violin & String OrchestraStephan Koncz, Niklas Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips
Ode to Joy Piano Variation (From Symphony No. 9, Op. 125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
Mahler: Symphony of a Thousand Piano Variation (After Symphony No. 8, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Gustav Mahler, Louis Philippson
Gymnopédie No. 1: Lent et douloureuxErik Satie, Olga Scheps
Thaïs - MeditationJules Massenet, Max Michailow, Munich Radio Orchestra, Werner Schmidt-Boelcke
Aquarium aus Karneval der Tiere (Aquarium from Carnival of the Animals)Camille Saint-Saëns, Ross Pople, London Festival Orchestra
Nocturnes, Op. 9, No. 2 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Olga Scheps
Schwanensee, Op. 20: Tanz der SchwänePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Justus Frantz, Philharmonie der Nationen
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 Variation (After Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Philippson
Ertönt uns durch dein Güte Variation (After Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe, BWV 22, No. 5: Ertöt uns durch dein Güte) [Arr. for Violin, String Quintet & Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel]Johann Sebastian Bach, Jan-Peter Klöpfel, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Norwegian String Quintet, Tim Allhoff
I giorni: AndanteLudovico Einaudi, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Johanna Röhrig, Rahel Senn, Michael England
Largo aus der "Neuen Welt" / 9. Sinfonie (Largo from The New World)Antonín Dvořák, Adrian Leaper, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria
Barber Adagio Piano Variation (From Adagio for Strings, Op. 11, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Samuel Barber, Gabriele Bagnati
Präludium Nr. 1 in C-Dur (Prelude No. 1 in C Major)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sviatoslav Richter
Vivaldi Variation (Arr. for Piano from Concerto for Strings in G Minor, RV 156 by F. Christl)Antonio Vivaldi, Florian Christl
Liebestraum (Love Dream)Franz Liszt, Michael Krücker
Adagio Variation (From Adagio in G Minor, Arr. for Violin and Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Tomaso Albinoni, Remo Giazotto, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469 (Arr. for Violin, String Quintet & Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Norwegian String Quintet, Tim Allhoff
Siciliano (After "Erbarme dich" from Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, No. 39)Johann Sebastian Bach, Martin Stadtfeld
Die Zauberflöte: Aria Variation (Arr. for Piano from K. 620 by Vivan und Ketan Bhatti)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Olga Scheps
Prokofiev Dance of the Knights Piano Variation (From Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Prokofiev, Gabriele Bagnati
Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts): Act I, Scene 2, No. 13: Dance of the KnightsSergei Prokofiev, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Berliner Philharmoniker
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