5 classical music albums you can listen to right now

Are you a classical music enthusiast looking for new albums to add to your collection? Dive into these five captivating albums that showcase the brilliance of renowned composers and performers.

American Counterpoints

Experience the mesmerizing works of Julia Perry and Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson in this album by the Experiential Orchestra. From Perry’s Violin Concerto to Perkinson’s Sinfonietta No 1, immerse yourself in mid-20th-century neoclassicism.

Copland Conducts Copland: The Complete Columbia Album Collection

Delve into the masterful recordings of Aaron Copland as he conducts his own compositions. Explore a range of pieces, from the iconic Appalachian Spring to the Symphonic Ode, and witness Copland’s brilliance as a conductor and pianist.

Wide As Heaven: A Century of Song by Black American Composers

Discover a rich tapestry of Black American classical repertoire in this album featuring works by William Grant Still, Anthony Davis, and more. Let baritone James Martin and pianist Lynn Raley guide you through a journey of powerful performances and emotional depth.

Durufle: Requiem; Poulenc: Lenten Motets

Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of Maurice Durufle’s Requiem, a harmonious masterpiece that transcends time. Listen to the Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge, under the baton of Stephen Layton, as they deliver a captivating rendition of this iconic work.

Bruckner: Symphony No 7

Experience the timeless allure of Bruckner’s Symphony No 7 in this exceptional recording by the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Bernard Haitink. Let Haitink’s masterful interpretation and the orchestra’s refined performance transport you to a world of musical wonder.

Table of Contents

• American Counterpoints
• Copland Conducts Copland
• Wide As Heaven
• Durufle: Requiem; Poulenc: Lenten Motets
• Bruckner: Symphony No 7

Explore these albums and let the enchanting melodies and harmonies of classical music elevate your listening experience.