Hughes De Courson presents a unique and captivating reinterpretation of classical masterpieces with "Classics Reframed - Bach, Vivaldi & Mozart." This album, set to release on February 18, 2025, under Warner Classics, is a testament to De Courson's innovative approach to music, blending traditional compositions with contemporary arrangements.
Spanning over two hours, the album features a diverse range of tracks, each a creative reimagining of works by Bach, Vivaldi, and Mozart. From the hauntingly beautiful "Agnus Dei" to the lively "Marche égyptienne," De Courson's arrangements breathe new life into these timeless pieces. The inclusion of traditional tracks, such as "Sankanda" and "Pepa Nzac Gnon Ma," adds a unique cultural dimension to the album.
De Courson's collaboration with other artists, like P. Akendengué, further enriches the album, offering a fusion of styles and influences. The result is a rich tapestry of sound that appeals to both classical aficionados and those seeking something fresh and exciting.
"Classics Reframed - Bach, Vivaldi & Mozart" is not just a collection of songs; it's an exploration of the enduring power of classical music, seen through the lens of a visionary artist. Hughes De Courson's distinctive touch transforms these familiar pieces into something new and inspiring, making this album a standout in the world of contemporary classical music.
Ikhtitaf fi Assaraya (After the "Overture" from "Die Entführung aus dem Serail, K. 384")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
O'stravaganza (After Vivaldi's Sinfonia, RV 168)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins
Al Sahm al Taéh (After Mozart's "Soave sia il vento" from Così fan tutte, K. 588)Traditional, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Abdelwahab Shihata, Ahmed Saad, Amin Shahin, Amr Hassan, Ibrahim Kawala, Mahmoud Sorour, Mamdouh el Gebaly, May, Ragab Sadek, Yamen Abdel Meneim, Deyan Pavlov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Sankanda (traditionnel arr. P Akendengué)Traditional, Tomas Gubitsch, Clarisse Mouassi
Concerto for Oud & Piano No. 23 (After the "Adagio" from Mozart's "Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
A Chlàrsioch (After Vivaldi's In furore iustissimae irae, RV 626)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Suzan Hamilton, Isabelle Olivier
Ya Shady Symphony (After Mozart's Symphony No. 40, K. 550)Traditional, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Abdelwahab Shihata, Ahmed Saad, Amr Hassan, Ibrahim Kawala, Mahmoud Sorour, Mamdouh el Gebaly, May, Mohsen el Ashry, Ragab Sadek, Yamen Abdel Meneim, Deyan Pavlov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Pepa Nzac Gnon Ma (traditionnel arr. P. Akendengué): Prélude de la Partitia pour violon no3Johann Sebastian Bach, Tomas Gubitsch, Vincent Cavelier, Elugu Ayong
Yaman Hawa (After the "Overture" from "Thamos, König in Aegypten, K. 345")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
Ceol Cuàine (Dances of the Wolves)Traditional, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins
La reine des mille et une nuits (After Mozart's The Magic Flute, K. 620)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Amira Selim, Ibrahim Kawala, Ragab Sadek, Deyan Pavlov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Cantate 147Johann Sebastian Bach, Tomas Gubitsch, Aurélien
Symphonie Egyptienne (After Mozart's "Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183/173dB")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
Eirin Sonata (After Vivaldi's Cello Concerto, RV 407)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock
Layla Misriya (After Mozart's Serenade No. 13, K. 525 "A Little Night Music")Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Abdo Dagher, Ahmed Bedeir, Ibrahim Kawala, Mahmoud Sorour, Mamdouh el Gebaly, Reda Bedeir, Yamen Abdel Meneim, Khaled Dagher, Ensemble du Caire
Mayingo (traditionnel arr. P. Akendengue): Fugue sur Mayingo (T. Gubitsch)Traditional, Tomas Gubitsch
Mahdiyat (After Bernhard Flies's "Wiegenlied", attributed to Mozart as "K. 350")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
Estro-Reel (After Vivaldi's Violin Concerto, Op. 3 No. 3, RV 310)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins
La querelle au sérail (After Mozart's "Marten aller Arten" from The Abduction from the Seraglio, K. 384)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Amira Selim, Henri Agnel, Ibrahim Kawala, Mahmoud Sorour, Mamdouh el Gebaly, Ragab Sadek, Wafaa el Morsy, Yamen Abdel Meneim, Deyan Pavlov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Was Mir Behagt, Ist Nur Die Muntre Jagd (Chorus "La Chasse" - J.S.Bach arr. P. Akendengué et H. de Courson)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tomas Gubitsch, Sami Ateba, Nana Vasconcelos
Hamilu Lhawa Tahibou (After Papageno's Aria, No. 20, from Mozart's "Magic Flute, K. 620")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
Damhsaigh (After Vivaldi's Lute Concerto, RV 93)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins
Marche égyptienne (After Mozart's Piano Sonata, K. 331 "Alla turca")Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hughes De Courson, Ibrahim Kawala, Mahmoud Sorour, Mamdouh el Gebaly, Oswaldo Calo
Agnus Dei (Messe en si BWV 232 - arr. P. Akendengué)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tomas Gubitsch, Alain Aubin
Double Quartet in E-Flat Major (After Mozart's "6 Variations, K. 360/374b")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie, Milen Natchev
Il sonno (After Vivaldi's Flute Concerto, RV 439 "La notte" and Concerto for Two Violins, Op. 3 No. 2, RV 578)Antonio Vivaldi, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins, Ronan Le Bars
Al BedayaTraditional, Hughes De Courson, Sheikh Saïd el Mougy, Deyan Pavlov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Inongo (traditionnel arr. P. Akendengué et H. de Courson): Invention à trois voix No3 en ré majeur BWV 789Traditional, Tomas Gubitsch, Yvon Kassa, Oswaldo Calo
Double Quartet in F Major (After Mozart's "Piano Trio No. 2 in G Major, K. 496")Hughes De Courson, Orchestre Symphonique De Bulgarie
La ciaconna rossaTraditional, Le Orfanelle della Pieta, Nollaig Casey, Emer Mayock, Robert Harris, Dónal Siggins