Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with Maurice Ravel's "NKB SP Selection, Special Selection," a captivating compilation released on August 25, 2023, under NKB Record. This exquisite collection spans a rich tapestry of genres, including classical, classical piano, and neoclassical, offering a total of 20 tracks that span 1 hour and 37 minutes of pure musical bliss.
The album is a testament to Ravel's virtuosity, featuring a diverse range of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in history. From the hauntingly beautiful "Prelude in G Minor" by Rachmaninov to the lively "Concerto in C" by Mozart, each piece is a masterclass in musical expression. The album also includes iconic works like Beethoven's "Quartet No. 10" and Chopin's "Concerto in E Minor," showcasing Ravel's ability to interpret and perform these timeless pieces with unparalleled skill and sensitivity.
In addition to these well-known compositions, the album also features lesser-known gems such as Pierné's "Entrance of the Little Fauns" and Respighi's "The Pines of Rome," providing a fresh and exciting listening experience. The album concludes with a delightful rendition of Debussy's "Golliwog’s Cake Walk," adding a playful and whimsical note to the collection.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "NKB SP Selection, Special Selection" is sure to captivate and inspire. Maurice Ravel's masterful performances bring each piece to life, creating a listening experience that is both deeply moving and profoundly enjoyable. Don't miss out on this extraordinary album, a true celebration of classical music's enduring beauty and power.
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Tracks
III. AllegramenteMaurice Ravel, Marguerite Long
Rachmaninov : Prelude in G Minor Op. 23-5Sergei Rachmaninoff
Mozart : Concerto in C, K. 299 - IWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Marcel Moyse, Lily Laskine, Lamoureux Orchestre
Beethoven : Quartet No. 10 in E flat major - IIILudwig van Beethoven, Lucien Louis Capet, Maurice Hewitt, Henri Benoît, Camille Delobelle
Mendelssohn : Trio in D Minor - IIFelix Mendelssohn, Jacques Thibaud, Pablo Casals, Alfred Cortot
Beethoven : Seven Variations on a Theme from “The Magic Flute”Ludwig van Beethoven, Pablo Casals, Alfred Cortot
Fauré : Sonata in A Major Op. 13 - IIIGabriel Fauré, Jacques Thibaud, Alfred Cortot
Liszt : Caprice PoeticFranz Liszt, Alfred Cortot
Chopin : Concerto in E Minor - IIFrédéric Chopin, Alexander Brailowsky, Julius Pruwer, Berliner Philharmoniker
Schubert : Rosamunde - Ballet musicFranz Schubert, Fritz Kreisler, Michael Raucheisen
Mozart : Sonata in A Major - IWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Yehudi Menuhin, Hephzibah Menuhin
Beethoven : Sonata in A Major - ILudwig van Beethoven, Szymon Goldberg, Lili Krauss
Mozart : Sonata in A Major - IIIWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wilhelm Kempff
J. S. Bach : CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrés Segovia
Verdi : Otello - Si pel cielGiuseppe Verdi, Enrico Caruso, Titta Ruffo
Leoncavallo : Pagliacci - Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Enrico Caruso
(a)While Shepherds Watched (b)If from upon the midnight Clear (c)Hark! The Herald Angels SingJohn Arthur Meale, Westminster Central Hall Choir
Pierné : Entrance of the little FaunsGabriel Pierné, Walter Damrosch, New York Symphony Orchestra
Respighi : The Pines of Rome - 1. The pines of the villa BorgheseOttorino Respighi, Lorenzo Molajoli, The Milan Symphony Orchestra
Debussy : Golliwog’s Cake WalkClaude Debussy, Bertram Walton O'Donnell, British Wireless Military Band