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Gentle Classical Serenades

Claude Debussy

2025
71 tracks
2 uur, 29 min
classical piano

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of Claude Debussy's Gentle Classical Serenades, a magnificent 2-hour and 29-minute compilation that will transport you to a world of elegance and refinement. Released on 9 March 2025 by Sony Classical/Sony Music, this exquisite album is a treasure trove of classical piano masterpieces, carefully curated to delight the senses.

Featuring an array of stunning arrangements, Gentle Classical Serenades showcases Debussy's mastery of the genre, with beautiful renditions of beloved classics, including Ravel's Pavane pour une infante défunte, Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2, and Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1. The album also includes enchanting interpretations of iconic pieces, such as Lakmé's Flower Duet, Thaïs's Meditation, and Clair de Lune, each one a testament to Debussy's innovative spirit and artistic vision.

With its rich tapestry of sounds, Gentle Classical Serenades is a journey through the world of classical music, with Debussy's unique voice and perspective guiding the way. From the lilting melodies of À Chloris to the dramatic intensity of Mahler's Symphony of a Thousand, every piece on this album is a masterpiece, carefully crafted to evoke emotions and inspire the imagination.

Whether you are a longtime fan of classical music or simply looking to discover new sounds, Gentle Classical Serenades is an album that will captivate and delight, with its perfect blend of beauty, elegance, and refinement. So sit back, relax, and let the soothing sounds of Claude Debussy's Gentle Classical Serenades wash over you, carrying you away on a tide of musical bliss.

March 9, 2025(P) 2025 Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH

Tracks

Ravel Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 by Ketan & Vivan Bhatti)Maurice Ravel, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
2:36
Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation (From Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Gabriele Bagnati
2:03
Chants d'Auvergne: Berceuse (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Joseph Canteloube, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
2:45
O mio babbino caro (From Gianni Schicchi, SC 88, Arr. for Piano and Cello by E. M. Fard)Giacomo Puccini, Louis Philippson, Michael Bosch
3:15
Lakmé: Flower Duet (Arr. for Violin and Strings by Vivan & Ketan Bhatti)Léo Delibes, Esther Abrami
2:34
À Chloris (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Reynaldo Hahn, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
2:25
Pavane, Op. 50 (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Gabriel Fauré, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
2:41
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
4:09
The Swan Piano Variation (From The Carnival of the Animals, R.125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriele Bagnati
2:20
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: No. 7, AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Ross Pople, London Festival Orchestra
2:12
Zigeunermelodien, Op. 55: IV. Als die alte Mutter mich noch lehrte singenAntonín Dvořák, Jan Vogler, Helmut Deutsch
2:07
A Chloris in E Major (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
3:00
Je te veuxErik Satie, Olga Scheps
5:31
Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Charlie Siem, Paul Goodwin
2:58
Gymnopédie No. 1 (Arr. for Cello and Guitar)Erik Satie, Jan Vogler, Ismo Eskelinen
2:49
Mahler: Symphony of a Thousand Piano Variation (After Symphony No. 8, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Gustav Mahler, Louis Philippson
2:22
RêverieAngela Morley, Esther Abrami, Her Ensemble
3:13
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
2:52
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 60: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant (Arr. for Piano Trio by Julian Riem)Maurice Ravel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem, Daniel Dodds
1:35
Debussy Sunken Cathedral Variation (From Préludes, CD 125/L. 117, No. 10, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Claude Debussy, Gabriele Bagnati
3:22
Monteverdi Madrigali Amorosi Variation (From Madrigals, Book 5, SV 94-106, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Claudio Monteverdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
2:02
Beau soirClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
2:34
Puccini Tosca Te Deum Variation (From Tosca, H.146, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giacomo Puccini, Tim Allhoff, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
4:57
Chansons grises: V. L'heure exquise (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
2:32
Madama Butterfly: Humming ChorusGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
2:47
Mélodie-Elégie, Op. 10, No. 5Jules Massenet, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
2:22
Tosca: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
3:00
Fauré Après Un Rêve Piano Variation (From 3 Songs, Op. 7, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gabriel Fauré, Gabriele Bagnati
2:39
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jan Vogler, Helmut Branny
2:30
Mahler Adagietto Variation (From Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor, Arr. for Violin and Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gustav Mahler, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
2:16
La plus que Lent (Valse)Claude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
4:19
Gymnopédie No. 2: Lent et tristeErik Satie, Olga Scheps
3:14
Tendrement (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Erik Satie, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, Gerald Fauth
2:51
Ravel Bolero Variation (After Bolero, M. 81, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Maurice Ravel, Louis Philippson
2:33
Tosca: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
2:43
La donna è mobile Piano Variation (From Rigoletto, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati
1:58
Claire de luneClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
5:19
Verdi La Traviata Variation (From La Traviata: Libiamo ne' lieti calici, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
2:00
Pièce en forme de Habanera, M. 51Maurice Ravel, Magali Mosnier, Marco Armiliato
2:37
Mélodies, Op. 7: I. Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
3:03
Après un rêve, Op. 7, No. 1 (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Gabriel Fauré, William Youn
2:27
Six épigraphes antiques for Piano Four Hands, L. 131: V. Pour l'ÉgyptienneClaude Debussy, Tal & Groethuysen
2:30
La Périchole, IJO 64: O mon cher amant, je te jure (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Jacques Offenbach, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
2:12
Satie Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Gymnopédie No. 1 by Svetoslav Karparov)Erik Satie, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
2:28
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Nikolai Tokarev
4:41
Shylock, Op. 57: V. NocturneGabriel Fauré, Sinfonieorchester Basel, Ivor Bolton
2:13
Lamento (Chanson du pecheur, Op.4/1)Gabriel Fauré, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
3:23
Gnossienne No. 1 (Arr. for Piano and Saxophone Quartet)Erik Satie, Alliage Quintett
3:48
Arabesque No. 1, L. 66, No. 1 (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Claude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, Gerald Fauth
5:11
Elegie, Op. 24Gabriel Fauré, Jan Vogler, Helmut Branny
5:17

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About Claude Debussy

Claude Debussy, born Achille Claude Debussy, was a pioneering French composer who left an indelible mark on the classical music landscape. Often hailed as the first Impressionist composer, despite his personal rejection of the label, Debussy's innovative approach to harmony and orchestration revolutionized the musical world. His compositions, which span the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are celebrated for their evocative atmospheres and subtle, shimmering textures. Debussy's influence endures, making him a cornerstone of classical piano and broader classical music genres.

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