Lang Lang presents with this album a treasure trove of musical discoveries. Saint-Saëns's Piano Concerto No. 2 was recorded with a stellar cast, the Gewandhausorchester and Andris Nelsons and is for Lang Lang a true romantic masterpiece that rivals the greats like Rachmaninoff or Tchaikovsky. By pairing it with Carnival of the Animals, a whimsical menagerie that has captivated young hearts for generations, Lang Lang continues his heartfelt wish to promote the love of classical music to kids and this album also gives him a chance to collaborate with his wife, pianist Gina Alice. Complementing these works with hidden gems - unearth solo compositions by five female French composers as well as beloved French classics, this is a feast for the eyes and ears, promising a captivating experience.
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Tracklist:
CD 1:
1. Introduction [feat. Gina Alice and Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
2. Marche Royale Du Lion [feat. Gina Alice and Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
3. Poules Et Coqs [feat. Gina Alice and Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
4. Hémiones (Animaux Véloces) [feat. Gina Alice]
5. Tortues [feat. Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
6. L'éléphant [feat. Burak Marlali]
7. Kangourous [feat. Gina Alice]
8. Aquarium - Various Performers
9. Personnages À Longues Oreilles - Various Performers
10. Le Coucou Au Fond Des Bois [feat. Gina Alice and Andreas Lehnert]
11. Volière - Various Performers
12. Pianistes [feat. Gina Alice and Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
13. Fossiles - Various Performers
14. Le Cygne [feat. Gina Alice and Christian Giger]
15. Final - Various Performers
16. I. Andante Sostenuto [feat. Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
17. II. Allegro Scherzando [feat. Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
18. III. Presto [feat. Gewandhausorchester Leipzig]
CD 2:
1. Pavane Pour Une Infante Défunte, M19
2. En Bateau. Andantino [feat. Gina Alice]
3. Cortège. Moderato [feat. Gina Alice]
4. Menuet. Moderato [feat. Gina Alice]
5. Ballet. Allegro Giusto [feat. Gina Alice]
6. In Paradisum
7. Flower Duet
8. Toccata D'après Le Cinquième Concerto
9. Pavane, Op. 50
10. Étude No. 10 in F-sharp Minor
11. Romance Sans Paroles
12. Valse Lente
13. La Toute Petite S'endort
14. Scènes Enfantines Pour Piano
15. D'un Jardin Clair
16. Le Cygne [feat. Gina Alice]