Amadeus: Original Soundtrack Recording [Soundtrack]

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Performer, Composer), Giovanni Pergolesi (Composer), Anonymous (Composer), Neville Marriner (Conductor), Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields (Performer, Orchestra), Imogen Cooper (Performer), Anne Queffélec (Performer), Ivan Moravec (Performer), Felicity Lott (Performer), Isobel Buchanan (Performer), Csaba Erdélyi (Performer), Levon Chilingirian (Performer), Richard Stilwell (Performer), Willard White (Performer), Anne Howells (Performer), Robin Leggate (Performer), Alexander Oliver (Performer), Patricia Payne (Performer), Deborah Rees (Performer)

Product Details

• Performer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Imogen Cooper, Anne Queffélec, Ivan Moravec, et al.
• Orchestra: Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
• Conductor: Neville Marriner
• Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giovanni Pergolesi, Anonymous
• Audio CD (December 22, 1992)
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Fantasy
• ASIN: B000000XBT
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #19,061 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Symphony No.25 In G Minor, K.183: 1st Movemen

2. Stabat Mater: Quando Corpus Morietur And Amen

3. Bubak and Hungaricus

4. Serenade For Winds, K.361: 3rd Movement

5. The Abduction From The Seraglio: Turkish Finale

6. Symphony No.29 In A Major, K.201: 1st Movement: Allegro Moderato

7. Concerto For Two Pianos, K.365: 3rd Movement

8. Mass In C Minor, K.427: Kyrie

9. Symphonie Concertante, K.364: 1st Movement

Disc: 2

1. Piano Concerto in E Flat, K. 482; 3rd Movement - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Neville Marriner,

2. Nozze Di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro, K. 492), Act III, Ecco la ... - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Isobel Buchanan, Felicity Lott, Neville Marriner, Samuel Ramey,

3. Nozze Di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro, K. 492), Act IV, Ah Tutti ... - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, , Felicity Lott, Neville Marriner, Samuel Ramey,

4. Don Giovanni, K. 527; Act II, Commendatore Scene - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Ambrosian Singers Of London, Neville Marriner, , John McCarthy, ,

5. Zaide; Aria, Ruhe Sanft - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Felicity Lott, Neville Marriner

6. Requiem, K. 626: Introitus (Eternal Rest Give to Them, O Lord) - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Laszlo Heltay, Neville Marriner

7. Requiem, K. 626: Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Laszlo Heltay, Neville Marriner

8. Requiem, K. 626: Rex Tremendae Majestatis (Awe-Inspiring King) - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Laszlo Heltay, Neville Marriner

9. Requiem, K. 626: Confutatis (When Those Cursed Enter Flames) - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Laszlo Heltay, Neville Marriner

10. Requiem, K. 626: Lacrimosa (Mournful Day) - Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Laszlo Heltay, Neville Marriner

See all 11 tracks on this disc

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mozart's music shines in wonderful soundtrack album...., April 18, 2004

By	Alex Diaz-Granados "fardreaming writer" (Miami, FL United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)    (VINE VOICE)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has been one of my favorite composers for years, especially after I watched Milos Foreman's brilliant film Amadeus, a wonderful adaptation of Peter Shaffer's stage play.

While the story and the performances by F. Murray Abraham (Antonio Salieri) and Tom Hulce (W. A. Mozart) were enthralling, the true star of the movie was, of course, Mozart's beautiful and timeless music, and no wonder, for the music supervisor (and conductor) for Amadeus was none other than one of the best interpreters of Mozart's compositions, Sir Neville Marriner.

In this wonderful two-disc set of the original soundtrack, Marriner leads the acclaimed Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields orchestra in 20 excerpts from various symphonies, piano concertos, operas, and Mozart's final opus, the Requiem.

Disc One begins with the first movement of Mozart's Symphony No. 25 in G minor, K 183, a very dramatic and energetic work which foreshadows the emotionally charged compositions of Beethoven (who was a student of Mozart's) and other composers of the Romantic era. Composed when Mozart was only 17 years old, it is the first symphony he wrote in a minor key. Sweeping and almost stormy at times, it is an apt accompaniment to the film's "I killed Mozart!" opening sequence.

Among the other eight tracks on this first disc are excerpts from Giovanni Pergolesi's "Stabat Mater," early 18th Century Gypsy music played on instruments of the period, and more Mozart works ranging from opera (the Turkish Finale from The Abduction from the Seraglio) to the first movement from Symphonie Concertante, K 364.

Disc Two contains 11 tracks, including the beautiful third movement of the Piano Concerto in E flat, masterfully played by pianist Ivan Moravec and the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields. Opera and fans of Mozart's works for voice and orchestra will enjoy this second disc, for not only are there excerpts from The Marriage of Figaro (Ecco la Marcia, Ah Tutti Contenti) and Don Giovanni (the famous Commendatore scene from Act II), but also the "Ruhe Stanft" aria from Zaide (featuring the lovely voice of soprano Felicity Lott). Rounding out the bulk of this mostly vocal-works half are five selections from Mozart's Requiem, K 626, a work into which the composer poured his creativity and energies but was unfinished at the time of his death in 1791. Aptly, the final track is the "Romanza" or second movement of the Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466. As played by Imogen Cooper and the orchestra, it reflects various emotions that are normally associated with music from the Romantic era rather than the more sedate and "logical" Classical period in which Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart lived during his brief 36-year sojourn on Earth.

The two-disc set also comes with a handy booklet with program notes, divided into "The Story" on one side of the page and "The Music" on the other, helping the listener identify which cue goes with what scene, while at the same time giving brief music appreciation notes to put the works into historical and artistic context.

Alex Diaz-Granados

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Salieri's Story....Mozart's Music...Excellent Recording!...., June 25, 2003

By	L. Shirley "Laurie's Boomer Views" (fountain valley, ca United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

Remember the opening scene from the wonderful film "Amadeus"? A deranged old man screaming his confession of murdering Mozart, his suicide attempt and rushing him to an insane asylum through the wintry streets of Vienna circa 1820's. All this to Mozart's wonderfully intense Symphony No. 25 in the background. As Salieri confesses his story to a priest, the story unfolds, and so does all the music.

This CD is an outstanding recording of the soundtrack from the film and the music directed by Neville Marriner, Academy of St Martin-in-the-Fields, is absolutely beautiful. It's mostly Mozart works we hear as Salieri's story unfolds, you can relive those moments if your a fan of the film, or just enjoy this passionate music if you are a fan of Mozart.

Some of Mozart's music included is "Serenade for Winds", "Concerto for Two Pianos", "The Marriage of Fiagaro(actIII and Act IV)", "Don Giovanni(ActII)", and "Requiem" (6,7,8,9,10).You will also find some great choir and early
18th Century Gypsy music which is played on the instruments of the period. There are 20 delicious tracks. Most running a good length between 5 minutes to 13 minutes(there a a few shorter ones as well). For a complete list of songs see the buying info here.

Enclosed is an informative booklet that gives the story along with some facts about each song. It's nice to follow along with.
The CD I have is a 2 dics set distributed by Fantasy, Inc(I didn't see this mentioned in the buying info) and is the same image and exact title as the one here. This is one you can listen to any time, any place, and often! A 5 star
recording for 5 Star
music....enjoy...Laurie

also recommended:
Cinema Choral Classics
Classical Evolution: Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 "Choral"
Le Nozze Di Figaro (Staatskapelle Berlin)

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent soundtrack and an excellent film!!, May 22, 2005

A Kid's Review

Eventhough many kids in school listen to rap and all, I listen to classical. After watching Amadeus, I was moved by the pieces selected to be played in the film. I especially liked Symphony No. 29 1st Movement. Also, when Salieri is at the Archbishop of Salzburg's palace and reads Mozart's piece, Serenade for Winds, is among my favorites. In Serenade for Winds, Mozart creates a very emotional and almost night music feel to it. I was surprised that the director/conductor did not put in a few more famous pieces into the album . . . ex. Symphony No. 40, The Magic Flute, etc. This is an excellent album and anyone who wants to enjoy the genius of Mozart should purchase this. Take it from me, you will enjoy this album immesensely.