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    Classical Moments: Peace & Tranquility

    Erich KunzelErich Kunzel
    • 2025
    • 41 tracks
    • 2 uur, 44 min
    Classical Moments: Peace & Tranquility - Erich Kunzel

    Album Description

    Immerse yourself in a world of serenity and grace with Erich Kunzel's "Classical Moments: Peace & Tranquility," a meticulously curated collection of timeless classical pieces that promise to soothe the soul and uplift the spirit. This exquisite album, set for release on May 24, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, features a stunning array of 41 tracks that span a duration of 2 hours and 44 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of musical masterpieces.

    Erich Kunzel, renowned for his exceptional conducting and his ability to breathe new life into classical compositions, leads the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra through a diverse repertoire that includes works by legendary composers such as Edward Elgar, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Claude Debussy, and Antonio Vivaldi, among others. From the hauntingly beautiful "Nimrod" from Elgar's "Enigma Variations" to the ethereal "Clair de Lune" by Debussy, each piece is a testament to the enduring power of classical music to evoke a sense of peace and tranquility.

    The album opens with the poignant "Nimrod" from Elgar's "Enigma Variations," setting the tone for a journey through some of the most beloved and evocative compositions in the classical canon. Highlights include the serene "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber, the enchanting "Clair de Lune" by Debussy, and the iconic "The Blue Danube" by Johann Strauss II, as featured in the iconic film "2001: A Space Odyssey."

    "Classical Moments: Peace & Tranquility" is not just a collection of songs; it is an experience that invites you to pause, reflect, and find solace in the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Prepare to be transported to a world of musical bliss with Erich Kunzel and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra.

    © 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc.℗ 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc. FP

    Tracks

    1. Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Var. 9, NimrodEdward Elgar, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    2. Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: IIf. Sequence. Lacrimosa (Completed R. Levin)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Levin, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Donald Runnicles, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus
    3. Suite bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de lune (Transcr. L. Stokowsky)Claude Debussy, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    4. 3 Gymnopédies: No. 1 in D MajorErik Satie, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
    5. Adagio for StringsSamuel Barber, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
    6. Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenuto (Transcr. L. Stokowsky)Ludwig van Beethoven, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    7. 2 Arabesques, L. 66: No. 1, Andante con moto (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
    8. 4 Dance Episodes from Rodeo: No. 2, Corral NocturneAaron Copland, Louis Lane, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
    9. Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3, P 172: II. Arie di corteOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    10. Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3, P 172: III. SicilianaOttorino Respighi, Jesús López-Cobos, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    11. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: I. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
    12. Coppélia, Act I: WaltzLéo Delibes, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    13. Pas de quatre: Finale No. 8 (Orch. W. McDermott)Cesare Pugni, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    14. Swan Lake, Op. 20, TH 12, Act I: WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    15. Romeo and Juliet Suite No. 1, Op. 64bis: II. Scene (The Street Awakens)Sergei Prokofiev, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Paavo Järvi
    16. The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH 14, Act I Scene 2: MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
    17. Petite suite, L. 65: I. En bateau (On the Boat) [Transcr. Y. Kondonassis]Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
    18. Wien, Wien, nur du alleinRudolf Sieczynski, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    19. 12 Concerti grossi After Corelli, No. 4 in F Major, H. 135: III. VivaceFrancesco Geminiani, Boston Baroque, Martin Pearlman
    20. Gold and Silver Waltzes, Op. 79Franz Lehár, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    21. On the Beautiful Blue Danube, Op. 314 (From "2001: A Space Odyssey")Johann Strauss II, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    22. Nachtigall Polka, Op. 222Johann Strauss II, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    23. La bohème, SC 67: Quando m'en vo' (Orch. C. Beck, S. Bernstein & E. Kunzel)Giacomo Puccini, Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
    24. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: IV. In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard Grieg, Leonard Slatkin, St. Louis Symphony
    25. The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, John O'Conor
    26. Fantasia No. 1 in D Major, TWV 33:1 (Excerpt) [Arr. Y. Kondonassis]Georg Philipp Telemann, Yolanda Kondonassis
    27. Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Boston Baroque, Martin Pearlman
    28. Rêverie, L. 68 (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Claude Debussy, Yolanda Kondonassis
    29. La traviata: De' miei bollenti spiritiGiuseppe Verdi, Fernando De La Mora, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
    30. Adagio for Strings (From "The Elephant Man" & "Platoon")Samuel Barber, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    31. Les sylphides: Finale. Grand valse brilliante, Op. 18 (Arr. C. Dragon)Frédéric Chopin, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    32. Stimmungsbilder, Op. 9, TrV 128: No. 4, TräumereiRichard Strauss, John O'Conor
    33. La traviata, Act I: "Sempre libera degg'io" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    34. The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Joseph Silverstein
    35. Otello, Act IV: "Ave Maria" - Final Scene (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    36. La traviata, Act I: "Brindisi" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    37. Rigoletto, Act I: "Questa o quella" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    38. Rigoletto, Act IV: "La donna è mobile" (Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck)Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    39. Nabucco, Act III: "Va, pensiero" (Prisoners' Chorus) [Arr. E. Kunzel & C. Beck]Giuseppe Verdi, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel
    40. Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52: I. ModeratoAntonín Dvořák, Charles Rosekrans, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
    41. Schwanengesang, D. 957: No. 4, Ständchen (Arr. B. Orr)Franz Schubert, Charles Rosekrans, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
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    About Erich Kunzel

    Erich Kunzel, affectionately dubbed the "Prince of Pops" by the Chicago Tribune, was an American orchestra conductor renowned for his dynamic and innovative approach to pops music. Born in New York City in 1935, Kunzel's career spanned over three decades, during which he led the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra to international acclaim. Under his baton, the orchestra recorded over 125 albums, selling more than 10 million copies worldwide and earning multiple Grammy Awards. Kunzel's repertoire was vast, encompassing classical music, Broadway musicals, and movie scores, making his concerts a thrilling experience for audiences of all ages. His legacy includes a historic tour to China and a catalog of 83 Pops recordings on the Telarc label, cementing his status as one of the most beloved and successful pops conductors in history. Kunzel's passion and energy transformed the Cincinnati Pops into a powerhouse of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the world of orchestral music.

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