01. John Georgiadis "Masques et bergamasques Suite, Op. 112: I. Ouverture"
02. John Georgiadis "Masques et bergamasques Suite, Op. 112: IV. Pastorale"
03. Martin, Jean "3 Romances sans paroles, Op. 17: 3 romances sans paroles, Op. 17: No. 1 in A flat major"
04. Pascal Devoyon "Romance, Op. 28"
05. Keith Clark "Pavane, Op. 50"
06. Lisa Beckley "Requiem, Op. 48: Pie Jesu"
07. RTE Sinfonietta "Pelleas et Melisande Suite, Op. 80: I. Prelude"
08. RTE Sinfonietta "Pelleas et Melisande Suite, Op. 80: III. Sicilienne"
09. RTE Sinfonietta "Dolly Suite, Op. 56 (arr. H. Rabaud): IV. Kitty-Valse"
10. John Georgiadis "Dolly Suite, Op. 56 (arr. H. Rabaud): V. Tendresse"
11. John Georgiadis "Dolly Suite, Op. 56 (arr. H. Rabaud): VI. Le pas espagnol"
12. Pierre-Alain Volondat "Barcarolle No. 1 in A minor, Op. 26"
13. Dong-Suk Kang "Berceuse, Op. 16"
14. Carey, Colm "Requiem, Op. 48: In paradisum"
15. RTE Sinfonietta "Shylock, Op. 57: V. Nocturne"
16. Thiollier, Fran?ois-Jo?l "Ballade in F sharp major, Op. 19"
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Best Of by Olga Peretyatko, released 5 March 1998.
This version of Best Of comes as a 1xCD. -
Similar to [r=1347735], but, this release has "www.hnh.com" & "Made in Germany" printed to inlay back, plus, matrix suggests a later reissue
? 1988-97 HNH International Ltd.
? 1997 HNH International Ltd.
Made in Germany
"Best Of Faure" is a carefully curated CD compilation featuring some of the most celebrated works by French composer Gabriel Fauré, interpreted by various renowned artists. This collection spans Fauré?s rich musical legacy, from his evocative Requiem to exquisite chamber pieces and lyrical piano compositions. Listeners are treated to an immersive journey through Romanticism and Impressionism, highlighting Fauré's unique melodic sensibility and harmonic innovation. Released by Naxos, a globally respected classical music label known for its high-quality recordings at accessible prices, this album offers both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts an essential overview of Fauré?s artistry. Naxos has established itself as a leader in making classical music widely available with outstanding performances from international orchestras and soloists.
Any CD which contains a great performance of Faure's Pavane, indubitably one of the most beautiful pieces ever written for any ensemble, is going to be worth the money on that tune alone. The rest of this CD is all wonderful, though. . .definitely worthy of being called "The Best of Faure."