Immerse yourself in a world of timeless melodies and enchanting harmonies with Jeffrey Tate's "Various: Daydreams - Music for Reflective Moments." Released on January 1, 2000, under the prestigious Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this classical album is a carefully curated collection of operatic and orchestral masterpieces that span a variety of genres and moods.
Jeffrey Tate, a renowned conductor and musician, brings his exceptional skill and deep understanding of classical music to this album. His interpretations of these well-known pieces are both respectful of the original compositions and infused with a fresh, personal touch. The album features a diverse range of works, from the dramatic overture of Mussorgsky's "Khovanshchina" to the delicate beauty of Debussy's "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune."
With a duration of just over an hour, this album is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and reflection. The tracks are thoughtfully arranged to create a cohesive and engaging listening experience, taking you on a journey through some of the most beloved and enduring pieces in the classical repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Various: Daydreams - Music for Reflective Moments" is sure to captivate and inspire.
Carmen Suite No. 1: IntermezzoGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Neville Marriner
Peer Gynt, Op. 23: No. 13, Prelude. Morning MoodEdvard Grieg, San Francisco Symphony, Edo de Waart
Symphony No. 6 in D Major, Hob. I:6 "Le Matin": 1. Adagio - AllegroJoseph Haydn, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Denis Vigay, Raymund Koster, Susan Milan, Graham Sheen, Iona Brown, Kenneth Sillito
Flute Concerto in D Major, RV 428 "Il Gardellino": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Aurèle Nicolet, I Musici
String Quintet E, Op.13, No.5: 3. MenuettoLuigi Boccherini, I Musici
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F, HWV 348: 5. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Guitar Concerto No. 1 in A, Op. 30: 2. Andantino (Siciliano)Mauro Giuliani, Pepe Romero, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Sonata a quattro No. 1 in G: 1. ModeratoGioachino Rossini, I Musici
Symphony No. 6 in F, Op. 68 -"Pastoral": 2. Szene am Bach: (Andante molto mosso)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Piano Concerto No. 26 in D Major, K. 537 "Coronation": II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mitsuko Uchida, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Fantasia on GreensleevesRalph Vaughan Williams, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygne (Arr. Palmer for Cello & Orchestra)Camille Saint-Saëns, Julian Lloyd Webber, English Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Cleobury
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, L. 86Claude Debussy, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner