Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful compositions with the release of "15 Inventions, BWV 772-786 and other works - Bach." Set to be released on January 10, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a captivating journey through the classical piano repertoire, spanning a concise yet impactful 55 minutes.
The album centers around Bach's renowned "15 Two-Part Inventions," a collection of pedagogical works composed around 1723. These inventions are celebrated for their intricate two-part counterpoint and serve as essential studies for developing keyboard skills, offering an ideal opportunity to refine articulation, rhythm, fingering, phrasing, ornamentation, and a singing melodic tone. Each invention is a gem in its own right, showcasing Bach's unparalleled ability to weave complexity and beauty into seemingly simple forms.
Beyond the inventions, the album is a treasure trove of Bach's diverse compositions, including selections from the "Goldberg Variations," the "French Suites," "The Well-Tempered Clavier," and the "Partitas," among others. These pieces highlight Bach's extraordinary range and depth, from the contemplative and introspective to the lively and exuberant.
The album also includes notable works such as the "Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major," the "Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G," and the "Musical Offering," demonstrating Bach's mastery of both solo and ensemble compositions. Each track is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the timeless appeal of his music.
"15 Inventions, BWV 772-786 and other works - Bach" is not just a collection of pieces but a comprehensive exploration of Bach's genius. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of Bach, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Prepare to be enchanted by the intricate harmonies, the rhythmic precision, and the profound emotional depth that define Johann Sebastian Bach's incomparable body of work.
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 1. Invention In C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 2. Invention In C Minor, BWV 773Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 3. Invention In D Major, BWV 774Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 4. Invention In D Minor, BWV 775Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 5. Invention In E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 6. Invention In E Major, BWV 777Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 7. Invention In E Minor, BWV 778Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 8. Invention In F Major, BWV 779Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 9. Invention In F Minor, BWV 780Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 10. Invention In G Major, BWV 781Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 11. Invention In G Minor, BWV 782Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 12. Invention In A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 13. Invention In A Minor, BWV 784Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 14. Invention In B-Flat Major, BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 15. Invention In B Minor, BWV 786Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BMV 1066: IV. ForlaneJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
French Suite No. 2 in C minor, BWV 813: 5. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 2. Prelude In D Major, BWV 925Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 2, BWV 870-893: Fugue in A major BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
French Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 815: V. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 5 a 1 ovvero 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Catrin Finch
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: 4c. Canon 3 a 2 per motum contrariumJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Partita No. 6 In E Minor, BWV 830: 4. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean Louis Steuerman
Partita No. 4 In D Major, BWV 828: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Herr Jesu Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 698Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Hurford
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 4. Prelude In F Major, BWV 927Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in A flat major BWV 862Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 4 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Catrin Finch
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: V. RondeauxJohann Sebastian Bach, Martha Argerich
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm Kempff
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in C sharp major BWV 848Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: IV. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Partita No. 6 In E Minor, BWV 830: 6. Tempo di gavottaJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean Louis Steuerman
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: IV. AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Benjamin Grosvenor
Partita No. 2 in C minor, BWV 826: 5. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Toccata In C Minor, BWV 911: 1. Without Tempo IndicationJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 5. Prelude In F Major, BWV 928Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: IV. Menuet IJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Invention No. 12 in A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: 4. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
French Suite No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814: 5. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in D minor BWV 851Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G, BWV 1048: 2. Adagio (from Concerto in G, BWV986/2)Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Kipnis, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: 4g. Canon perpetuus super thema regiumJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Invention No. 5 in E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov