Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johannes Brahms with "Da Capo: Brahms & more," a meticulously curated collection of 80 enchanting tracks that span a generous 1 hour and 35 minutes. This album is a testament to Brahms' enduring genius, featuring a diverse array of his most beloved compositions, from the lively Hungarian Dances to the introspective Lyric Pieces. The album also includes arrangements of his works for violin and piano, as well as solo piano pieces that showcase his remarkable versatility and depth.
Recorded with pristine clarity and released on August 25, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a must-listen for both classical connoisseurs and newcomers alike. Brahms' masterful compositions, ranging from the delicate "Little Bird" to the dynamic "Ballade, Op. 24," are presented with a fresh perspective, inviting you to rediscover the beauty and complexity of his music. Whether you're drawn to the intricate melodies of "Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel" or the serene beauty of "The Seasons," this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the breadth of Brahms' musical legacy.
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 (Arr. Joachim for Violin & Piano): No. 20 in D Minor. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
The Seasons, Op. 37a: III. March. Chant de l'alouette. Andantino espressivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pavel Kolesnikov
Lyric Pieces, Book III, Op. 43: No. 4, Little BirdEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24: Var. 4. RisolutoJohannes Brahms, Seta Tanyel
Lyric Pieces, Book 3, Op. 43 (Arr. Achron for Violin & Piano): No. 3, In My Native CountryEdvard Grieg, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
Hommage à Haydn, CD 123Claude Debussy, Steven Osborne
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 9 in E-Flat Minor. PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, Steven Osborne
None But the Lonely Heart, Op. 6 No. 6 (Arr. Hough for Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Stephen Hough
Ballade, Op. 24 (Variations on a Norwegian Melody): Var. 14. PrestissimoEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
Children's Corner, CD 119: IV. The Snow Is DancingClaude Debussy, Steven Osborne
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 8 in A Minor. VivoSergei Rachmaninoff, Nikolai Demidenko
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 (Arr. Joachim for Violin & Piano): No. 3 in F Major. AllegrettoJohannes Brahms, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
Holberg Suite, Op. 40 (Version for Piano): I. Praeludium. Allegro vivaceEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24: Var. 13. Largamente, ma non piùJohannes Brahms, Seta Tanyel
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24: Var. 19. Leggiero e vivaceJohannes Brahms, Seta Tanyel
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24: Var. 5. EspressivoJohannes Brahms, Seta Tanyel
18 Pieces, Op. 72: XVI. Valse à cinq tempsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Angela Brownridge
Les soirs illuminés par l'ardeur du charbon, CD 150Claude Debussy, Steven Osborne
Préludes, Book 2, CD 131: IV. Les fées sont d'exquises danseusesClaude Debussy, Steven Osborne
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 (Arr. Joachim for Violin & Piano): No. 10 in G Major. PrestoJohannes Brahms, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
Morceau de concours, CD 117Claude Debussy, Steven Osborne
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 6 in F Minor. Allegro appassionatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
6 Pieces, Op. 21: III. ImpromptuPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Piers Lane
Lyric Pieces, Book III, Op. 43: No. 3, In My Native CountryEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 15 in F Minor. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
Lyric Pieces Book 2, Op. 38: No. 6, ElegyEdvard Grieg, Stephen Hough
Etudes-tableaux, Op. 33: No. 5 in E-Flat Minor. Non allegro – PrestoSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
Petite Suite, CD 71a: III. MenuetClaude Debussy, Paul Lewis, Steven Osborne
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Var. 7. Meno messo, a tempo moderatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Andrew Litton, Stephen Hough, Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Partita No. 3 for Solo Violin in E Major, BWV 1006: III. Gavotte (Arr. Rachmaninoff for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Howard Shelley
Humoresque, Op. 10 No. 2Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Stephen Hough
6 Klavierstücke, Op. 118: No. 1, Intermezzo in A MinorJohannes Brahms, Stephen Hough
Ballade, Op. 24 (Variations on a Norwegian Melody): Var. 11. Più animatoEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
The Seasons, Op. 37a: II. February. Carnaval. Allegro giustoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Pavel Kolesnikov
Piano Pieces After Original Songs I, Op. 41: III. Ich liebe dichEdvard Grieg, Leslie Howard
Pièce pour le Vêtement du blessé "Page d'album", CD 141Claude Debussy, Steven Osborne
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 (Arr. Joachim for Violin & Piano): No. 15 in A Major. Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
Préludes, Book 1, CD 125: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de lin (Performed on Harp)Claude Debussy, Susan Drake
Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42: Var. 17. Meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42: Var. 4. AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24: Var. 21. DolceJohannes Brahms, Seta Tanyel
Hungarian Dances, WoO 1 (Arr. Joachim for Violin & Piano): No. 13 in D Major. Andantino graziosoJohannes Brahms, Arnon Erez, Hagai Shaham
Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 6 in A Minor. AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Howard Shelley
Ballade, Op. 24 (Variations on a Norwegian Melody): Var. 2. Allegro agaitatoEdvard Grieg, Andrey Gugnin
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 6 in C Minor. Meno mossoSergei Rachmaninoff, Piers Lane
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 4. Andante grazioso –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Alban Gerhardt, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Stefan Blunier
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