Maurice André: A Portrait is a sublime classical music album, released on 1 January 1999 by Warner Classics. This magnificent collection showcases the incredible talent of Maurice André, a master trumpeter, as he breathes new life into timeless compositions.
The album features an exquisite array of pieces, including arrangements of Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 and Cello Suite No. 4, as well as stunning renditions of Haydn's Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major and Telemann's Oboe Concerto in F Minor. André's virtuosity is on full display as he navigates the intricate nuances of these iconic works, accompanied by the rich sounds of the organ and orchestra.
From the majestic 'Prince of Denmark's March' to the beautiful 'Ave Maria', André's trumpet singing with elegance and precision, bringing a fresh perspective to these beloved classics. The album also includes captivating performances of concertos by Albinoni and Marcello, expertly transcribed for trumpet and orchestra.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, Maurice André: A Portrait is a treasure trove of classical delights, carefully curated to showcase the artist's impressive range and technical mastery. This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music and trumpet enthusiasts alike, offering a compelling glimpse into the remarkable career of Maurice André.
Clarke / Arr. Defaye: Suite in D Major: Prince of Denmark's March "Trumpet Voluntary"Jeremiah Clarke, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Senaillé: Violin Sonata, Op. 4 No. 4: IV. Allegro (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Jean Baptiste Senaillé, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Stanley / Arr. Defaye: 10 Voluntaries, Op. 6: No. 5, Trumpet Tune in D MajorJohn Stanley, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: V. Bourrée I (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Gounod: Ave Maria, CG 89a (After Bach's Prelude, BWV 846) [Arr. for Trumpet and Organ]Charles Gounod, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Mozart: Exsultate, jubilate, K. 165/158a: III. Alleluia (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maurice André, Jane Parker-Smith
Purcell: The Queen's Dolour, Z. 670 (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Henry Purcell, Maurice André, Alfred Mitterhofer
Bach, JS: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147, Pt. 2: X. Jesus bleibet meine Freude (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurice André, Alfred Mitterhofer
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hob. VIIe:1: I. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hob. VIIe:1: II. AndanteJoseph Haydn, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Haydn: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hob. VIIe:1: III. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Telemann: Oboe Concerto in F Minor, TWV 51:f1: I. Allegro (Transcr. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Georg Philipp Telemann, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Telemann: Oboe Concerto in F Minor, TWV 51:f1: II. Largo e piano (Transcr. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Georg Philipp Telemann, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Telemann: Oboe Concerto in F Minor, TWV 51:f1: III. Vivace (Transcr. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Georg Philipp Telemann, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Albinoni: Trattenimento armonico in D Minor, Op. 6 No. 4: I. Grave (Transc. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Tomaso Albinoni, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Albinoni: Trattenimento armonico in D Minor, Op. 6 No. 4: II. Allegro (Transc. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Tomaso Albinoni, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Albinoni: Trattenimento armonico in D Minor, Op. 6 No. 4: III. Adagio (Transc. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Tomaso Albinoni, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Albinoni: Trattenimento armonico in D Minor, Op. 6 No. 4: IV. Allegro (Transc. for Trumpet and Orchestra)Tomaso Albinoni, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Marcello, A / Arr. Jevtic for Trumpet and Orchestra: Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: I. Allegro moderato (Arr. Jevtic for Trumpet and Orchestra)Alessandro Marcello, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Marcello, A / Arr. Jevtic for Trumpet and Orchestra: Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: II. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Marcello, A / Arr. Jevtic for Trumpet and Orchestra: Oboe Concero in D Minor, S. Z799: III. AllegroAlessandro Marcello, Maurice André, Jesús López-Cobos, London Philharmonic Orchestra