Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with "Ravel Paris 2025," a captivating collection of his most celebrated works. This album, set to release on September 12, 2025, under the naïve label, is a testament to Ravel's genius and his enduring influence on classical and neoclassical music.
Spanning nearly three hours, "Ravel Paris 2025" is a comprehensive journey through Ravel's diverse compositions. The album opens with his orchestral suite "Le tombeau de Couperin," featuring both Ravel's original orchestrations and those by David Molard Soriano. This is followed by the whimsical "Ma mère l'Oye," a suite of five piano duets that Ravel later orchestrated.
The album also includes some of Ravel's most iconic pieces, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Pavane pour une infante défunte," the rhythmic "Boléro," and the vibrant "Rapsodie espagnole." Additionally, you'll find the full ballet score of "Daphnis et Chloé," a work that showcases Ravel's mastery of orchestration and his ability to evoke vivid imagery through music.
"Ravel Paris 2025" is not just a collection of tracks; it's a carefully curated exploration of Ravel's musical evolution. From the delicate piano pieces to the grand orchestral works, each piece offers a unique insight into Ravel's creative process and his enduring legacy. Whether you're a longtime fan of Ravel or a newcomer to his music, this album is a must-listen.
2025 naïve, a label of Believe Group2025 Orchestre National de France
Tracks
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: I. Prélude - Orchestration by Maurice Ravel, M. 68A/1Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: II. Fugue - Orchestration by David Molard SorianoMaurice Ravel, David Molard Soriano, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: III. Forlane - Orchestration by Maurice Ravel, M. 68A/2Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: IV. Rigaudon - Orchestration by Maurice Ravel, M. 68A/4Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: V. Menuet - Orchestration by Maurice Ravel, M. 68A/3Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: VI. Toccata - Orchestration by David Molard SorianoMaurice Ravel, David Molard Soriano, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: II. Danse du rouet et ScèneMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: III. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant - InterludeMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: IV. Les entretiens de la Belle et de la Bête - InterludeMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: V. Petit Poucet - InterludeMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: VI. Laideronnette, impératrice des Pagodes - InterludeMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Ma mère l'Oye, M. 62: VII. Apothéose. Le jardin féeriqueMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
La valse, M. 72Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Une barque sur l'océan, M. 43aMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19aMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Alborada del gracioso, M. 43bMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: I. Prélude à la nuitMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: II. MalagueñaMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: III. HabaneraMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: IV. FeriaMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Boléro, M. 81Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Introduction et Danse religieuseMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Les jeunes filles attirent Daphnis et l’entourent de leurs dansesMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: À ce moment, Chloé est entraînée dans la danse des jeunes gensMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Mais d’un geste brusque Daphnis écarte le bouvier et s’approche tendrement de ChloéMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Danse grotesque de DorconMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Danse légère et gracieuse de DaphnisMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Daphnis et Chloé enlacésMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Lycéion danseMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: L’on perçoit des bruits d’armes, des cris de guerre qui se rapprochentMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: NocturneMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau I, M. 57: Danse lente et mystérieuse des NymphesMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau II, M. 57: IntroductionMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau II, M. 57: Danse guerrièreMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau II, M. 57: Bryaxis ordonne d'amener la captiveMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau II, M. 57: Danse suppliante de ChloéMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau II, M. 57: Soudain l’atmosphère semble chargée d’éléments insolitesMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau III, M. 57: Peu à peu le jour se lève. On perçoit des chants d'oiseauxMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau III, M. 57: Le vieux berger Lammon explique que, si Pan a sauvé Chloé, c’est en souvenir de la nymphe SyrinxMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau III, M. 57: Pantomime (Daphnis et Chloé miment l'aventure de Pan et de Syrinx)Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau III, M. 57: Entre un groupe de jeunes filles costumées en bacchantes, agitant des tambourinsMaurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru
Daphnis et Chloé, Tableau III, M. 57: Danse générale (Bacchanale)Maurice Ravel, Orchestre National De France, Cristian Măcelaru, Choeur de Radio France