Immerse yourself in the serene and captivating world of Claude Debussy with "Prelude" - Smooth Music to Relax, a meticulously curated collection of classical masterpieces set to release on October 24, 2025, under the prestigious Warner Classics label. Spanning a generous 3 hours and 22 minutes, this album is a testament to Debussy's timeless elegance and the enduring appeal of classical music.
"Prelude" - Smooth Music to Relax is not just a compilation of Debussy's own compositions, but also a celebration of other classical greats. The album features iconic pieces from composers such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and many more, all seamlessly intertwined to create a harmonious and soothing listening experience. From the delicate "Clair de Lune" to the poignant "Adagio for Strings," each track is a masterclass in musical expression and emotional depth.
The album opens with the gentle lullaby "Berceuse" from Fauré's "Dolly" suite, setting the tone for a journey through some of the most beloved and relaxing pieces in the classical repertoire. Debussy's own works, including selections from his "Préludes" and "Arabesque No. 1," are highlighted throughout, showcasing his unique ability to evoke vivid imagery and atmosphere through sound.
"Prelude" - Smooth Music to Relax is an ideal companion for those seeking solace and tranquility. Whether you're unwinding after a long day or looking to enhance your meditation practice, this album offers a sanctuary of sound, where each note is a gentle invitation to relax and rejuvenate. Debussy's delicate touch and the timeless beauty of the classical compositions featured in this collection make "Prelude" - Smooth Music to Relax a true gem for any classical music enthusiast.
Schubert: Am Tage aller Seelen, D. 343 "Litanei" (Version for Violin and Piano)Franz Schubert, Renaud Capuçon, Frank Braley
Albinoni: Adagio in G Minor (Arr. Duarte for Guitar and Orchestra)Remo Giazotto, Tomaso Albinoni, Sharon Isbin, Howard Griffiths, Zürcher Kammerorchester
Debussy: Petite suite, CD 71, L. 65: I. En bateauClaude Debussy, Frédéric Vaysse-Knitter, Alexandre Tharaud
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 12, MinstrelsClaude Debussy, Michel Béroff
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de lune (Arr. Roelens for Violin and Piano)Claude Debussy, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto in A Major, K. 622: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pierre Génisson, Jakob Lehmann, Concerto Köln
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff, Bernard Haitink, Staatskapelle Dresden
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Williams: Main Theme (From "Schindler's List") [Version for Violin and Piano]John Williams, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Khachaturian: Children's Album, Book I, Op. 62: No. 1, AndantinoAram Khachaturian, Alexandre Tharaud
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Renaud Capuçon, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Vivaldi: Guitar Concerto in D Major, RV 93: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sharon Isbin, Lawrence Foster, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo (Version with Trumpet)Antonio Vivaldi, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Boccherini: Cello Concerto No. 7 in G Major, G. 480: II. AdagioLuigi Boccherini, Steven Isserlis, Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra, Juha Kangas
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 30: II. Intermezzo. AdagioSergei Rachmaninoff, Nikolai Lugansky, Sakari Oramo, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Schubert: Moments musicaux, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F MinorFranz Schubert, Alexandre Tharaud
Chopin: 24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 11 in B MajorFrédéric Chopin, Dong Hyek Lim
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 60: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormantMaurice Ravel, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, Prelude and Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850: Prelude (Transcr. Neumann for Violin and Cello)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gautier Capuçon, Renaud Capuçon
Mahler: Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor: IV. Adagietto. Sehr langsam (Excerpt)Gustav Mahler, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Debussy: Préludes, Livre II, CD 131, L. 123: No. 8, OndineClaude Debussy, Michel Béroff
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": II. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Haydn: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Gautier Capuçon, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Daniel Harding
Bizet: L'Arlésienne Suite No. 1, Op. 23bis, WD 40: III. Adagietto (Arr. Tharaud for Piano)Georges Bizet, Alexandre Tharaud
Satie: 6 Gnossiennes: No. 2, Avec étonnementErik Satie, Anne Queffélec
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 3 in E Major, D. 459: III. AdagioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: II. AndantinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": IV. Tema con variazione. AndantinoFranz Schubert, Alban Berg Quartett, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Georg Hortnagel
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Gluck: Orphée et Eurydice, Wq. 41, Act 2: Ballet des ombres heureuses (Arr. Kreisler for Violin & Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Debussy: Préludes, Livre II, CD 131, L. 123: No. 7, La terrasse des audiences du clair de luneClaude Debussy, Michel Béroff
Tartini: Violin Sonata in G Minor "Devil's Trill": I. Larghetto affetuoso (Arr. Kreisler)Giuseppe Tartini, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
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