- Albums
- handel: the queen of sheba - bach: brandenburg concerto - mozart: jupiter symphony - rossini: the barber of seville - grieg: solveig's song - bizet: l'arlésienne - tchaikovsky: waltz of the flowers - sir neville marriner
Handel: The Queen of Sheba - Bach: Brandenburg Concerto - Mozart: Jupiter Symphony - Rossini: The Barber of Seville - Grieg: Solveig's Song - Bizet: L'Arlésienne - Tchaikovsky: Waltz of the Flowers
- 2025
- 35 tracks
- 2 uur, 49 min
- classical
Album Description
Sir Neville Marriner, a titan of the classical music world, invites you to experience a symphonic journey through the ages with his latest album, a masterful compilation of timeless orchestral works. This 2-hour and 49-minute opus, set for release on March 18, 2025, under the Warner Classics label, is a testament to Marriner's unparalleled artistry and his enduring legacy in the realm of classical music.
The album opens with the resplendent "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" from Handel's Solomon, setting the stage for a grand tour of the classical repertoire. Marriner's baton guides you through a diverse landscape of musical masterpieces, from the intricate elegance of Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 to the exhilarating finale of Mozart's Jupiter Symphony. Each piece is a testament to the composer's genius, brought to life with Marriner's signature precision and passion.
The album is a veritable who's who of classical greats, featuring works by Elgar, Rimsky-Korsakov, Boccherini, Holst, Verdi, Purcell, Berlioz, Britten, Vivaldi, Bizet, Dvořák, Lehár, Puccini, Tchaikovsky, Schubert, Stravinsky, Falla, Grieg, Rossini, Beethoven, Haydn, Handel, Mozart, Bach, Albinoni, Fauré, Shostakovich, Mendelssohn, Villa-Lobos, Vaughan Williams, and Borodin. Each composition is a jewel in the crown of classical music, and Marriner's interpretation adds a new dimension to these beloved works.
Sir Neville Marriner, renowned for his pioneering work in the field of period performance, brings his extensive experience and deep understanding of the classical canon to this album. His approach to these pieces is both scholarly and deeply personal, resulting in performances that are both historically informed and deeply expressive.
Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. From the stirring overture of Rossini's The Barber of Seville to the haunting beauty of Grieg's Solveig's Song, each track is a journey into the heart of classical music. The album's diverse selection of works ensures that there is something for everyone, making it an essential addition to any classical music lover's collection.
Tracks
- Handel: Solomon, HWV 67, Act 3: Sinfonia "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba"George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Elgar: CarissimaEdward Elgar, Northern Sinfonia Orchestra, Sir Neville Marriner
- Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the BumblebeeNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Boccherini: String Quintet in E Major, Op. 11 No. 5, G. 275: III. Minuetto - Trio (Arr. Woodhouse for String Orchestra)Luigi Boccherini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Holst: St. Paul's Suite, Op. 29 No. 2: IV. Finale. The DargasonGustav Holst, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Verdi: Rigoletto, Act 3: "La donna è mobile" (Instrumental Version, Arr. Pryce Jackman)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Purcell: Trumpet Sonata in D Major, Z. 850: III. AllegroHenry Purcell, Maurice André, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Bach, JS / Orch. Marriner: Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, BWV 208 "Jagdkantate": IX. Aria. "Schafe können sicher weiden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Ian Watson
- Berlioz: La damnation de Faust, Op. 24, H 111: Danse des sylphesHector Berlioz, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Britten: Simple Symphony, Op. 4: I. Boisterous BourréeBenjamin Britten, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Trumpet in B-Flat Major, RV 548: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sir Neville Marriner, Iona Brown, Maurice André, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Bizet / Orch. Guiraud: Suite No. 2 de L'Arlésienne: IV. FarandoleGeorges Bizet, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Bach, JS: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, George Malcolm
- Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: II. Les plaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Dvořák: Nocturne, Op. 40, B. 47Antonín Dvořák, Sir Neville Marriner, Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Lehár: Die lustige Witwe, Act 2: Vilja-Lied. "Es lebt eine Vilja, ein Waldmägdelein" (Hanna)Franz Lehár, Lucia Popp, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
- Puccini: Turandot, Act 3: "Nessun dorma" (Instrumental Version, Arr. Pryce Jackman)Giacomo Puccini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart, Sir Neville Marriner
- Schubert: Rosamunde, Op. 26, D. 797: Entr'acte IIIFranz Schubert, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Stravinsky: Pulcinella: II. Serenata. “Mentre l’erbetta” - ScherzinoIgor Stravinsky, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Robert Tear
- Falla: El sombrero de tres picos, Pt. 2: Danza de los vecinosManuel de Falla, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23, Act 4: No. 18, Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Lucia Popp
- Rossini: Il barbiere di Siviglia: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
- Haydn: Die Schöpfung, Hob. XXI:2, Pt. 3: No. 34, Schlusschor. "Singt dem Herren alle Stimmen"Joseph Haydn, Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, Sir Neville Marriner, Barbara Bonney, Edith Wiens, Hans Peter Blochwitz, Jan-Hendrik Rootering, Südfunkchor
- Handel / Orch. Connah: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1: Arioso. "Ombra mai fù"George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter": IV. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Albinoni: Adagio in G MinorRemo Giazotto, Tomaso Albinoni, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50 (Instrumental Version)Gabriel Fauré, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Shostakovich: Suite from The Gadfly, Op. 97a: V. Barrel Organ Waltz (Orch. Atovmyan)Dmitri Shostakovich, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20, MWV R20: III. Scherzo. Allegro leggierissimo (Orchestral Version)Felix Mendelssohn, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Villa-Lobos: Fantasia para saxophone, W490: III. Très animéHeitor Villa-Lobos, John Harle, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
- Vaughan Williams: 3 Preludes Founded on Welsh Hymn Tunes: No. 2, Rhosymedre (Arr. Foster for String Orchestra)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
- Borodin: String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno. Andante (Orch. Marriner)Alexander Borodin, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Denis Vigay, Kenneth Sillito
About Sir Neville Marriner
Sir Neville Marriner, the esteemed English conductor and violinist, is renowned for his exceptional contributions to the classical music world. Often hailed as one of the greatest conductors of all time, Marriner's legacy is marked by his innovative approach and unparalleled partnership with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. This collaboration has resulted in an extensive discography, making them one of the most recorded orchestras and conductors in history. Marriner's ability to bring out the best in both the music and the musicians under his baton has earned him a place among the most celebrated figures in classical music, with his recordings being cherished by enthusiasts worldwide.
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