Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with "Continuo - The Classical Tradition": Vol. II by the incomparable Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This exquisite collection, set for release on September 23, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of Mozart's enduring genius, spanning a variety of genres including classical, classical piano, chamber music, and opera.
Spanning a captivating 72 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of Mozart's most beloved and intricate compositions. From the lively "Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: 3. Alla Turca" to the hauntingly beautiful "Mazurka No. 54 in D: Allegro non troppo," each track is a testament to Mozart's unparalleled mastery of melody and form. The album also features enchanting pieces like "Kinderszenen, Op. 15: I. Von fremden Ländern und Menschen" and the energetic "Concerto for 2 Oboes, Strings and Continuo in A minor, R.536: 3. Allegro," showcasing the breadth of Mozart's musical prowess.
Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The meticulous arrangement of tracks ensures a seamless journey through Mozart's diverse repertoire, making it an essential addition to any music lover's collection. Prepare to be transported to the heart of classical tradition with this remarkable volume of Mozart's timeless works.
Allemande in A Major, WoO 81Ludwig van Beethoven, Gianluca Cascioli
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: I. Von fremden Ländern und MenschenRobert Schumann, Alfred Brendel
Rosamunde, D. 797: No. 6, Shepherds' MelodiesFranz Schubert, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
6 Kinderstücke Op. 72: IV. Andante con moto, MWV U 169Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
6 Morceaux, Op. 19: III. Feuillet d'album. Allegretto simplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pavel Kolesnikov
12 Etudes, Op. 10: No. 9. in F minorFrédéric Chopin, Adam Harasiewicz
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433, Op. 10 No. 1 "La tempesta di mare": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: II. Kuriose GeschichteRobert Schumann, Alfred Brendel
6 German Dances, D. 820: No. 2 in A-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
Mazurka No. 4 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 6 No. 4. Presto ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Nikita Magaloff
7 Bagatelles, Op. 33: 3. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 85: No. 2. Allegro agitato in A Minor "Adieu"Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
Concerto for 2 Oboes, Strings and Continuo in A minor, R.536: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Celia Nicklin, Barry Davis, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
6 Kinderstücke Op. 72: I. Allegro non troppo, MWV U 171Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: III. Hasche-MannRobert Schumann, Alfred Brendel
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Lang Lang
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 8 in F Major, BWV 794Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Allegro in F Major, K. 33B (Orch. Smith)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
6 Morceaux, Op. 19: IV. Nocturne. Andante sentimentalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pavel Kolesnikov
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 3 in D Major. A l'AllemandeLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: IV. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: IV. Bittendes KindRobert Schumann, Alfred Brendel
6 Kinderstücke Op. 72: III. Allegretto, MWV U 164Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 18Johann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson
French Suite No. 2 in C minor, BWV 813: 5. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
24 Variations in D Major on "Venni amore", WoO 65: Var. 12Ludwig van Beethoven, Mikhail Pletnev
Concerto for Lute, 2 Violins and Continuo in D major, RV 93: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Tom Finucane, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Mazurka in D Major, KK IVa/7Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: V. Glückes genugRobert Schumann, Alfred Brendel
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 102: No. 5. Allegro vivace in A, MWV U 194 - "The Joyous Peasant"Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
Mazurka No. 42 in G Major, Op. 67 No. 1. VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
6 Morceaux, Op. 19: II. Scherzo humoristique. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pavel Kolesnikov
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 10 in G Major, BWV 796Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
6 Variations on an Original Theme in F Major, Op. 34: Var. 4. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Mikhail Pletnev
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 102: No. 3. Presto in C, MWV U 195 - "Tarantelle"Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
Concerto for Guitar and Strings in G minor, Op. 10, No. 2, R.439 - Arr. from Flute Concerto in G minor, Op. 10 No. 2, R.439: 4. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Pepe Romero, I Musici
Ballet Intermezzo, K. 299c (Compl. & Orch. Smith): I. (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Mazurka No. 19 in B Minor, Op. 30 No. 2. AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Ashkenazy
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
6 Kinderstücke Op. 72: VI. Vivace, MWV U 168Felix Mendelssohn, Daniel Barenboim
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Concerto for 2 Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, James Tyler, Robin Jeffrey, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Ecossaise No. 1 in D Major, Op. 72 No. 3: VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Stanislav Bunin
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
12 Études, Op. 25: No. 9 in G-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Jan Lisiecki