Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Harpsichord Concertos, Vol. 4," released on August 1, 1999, under the esteemed Chandos label. This exquisite collection showcases Bach's mastery of the harpsichord, featuring three of his most celebrated concertos. The album opens with the Concerto for 2 Harpsichords and Strings in C Major, BWV 1061, a piece that highlights Bach's intricate compositions and the harmonious interplay between two harpsichords. Following this is the Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings, BWV 1052, a solo performance that demonstrates Bach's ability to create profound depth and emotion with a single instrument. The album concludes with the Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord and Strings in A Minor, BWV 1044, a collaborative piece that blends the delicate tones of the flute and violin with the rich resonance of the harpsichord. Spanning 59 minutes, this album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence on classical music, offering a serene and refined listening experience.
1999 Chandos Records1999 Chandos Records
Tracks
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords and Strings in C Major, BWV 1061: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Paul Nicholson, Peter Buckoke, Jane Rogers
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords and Strings in C Major, BWV 1061: II. Adagio ovverto largoJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Paul Nicholson, Peter Buckoke, Jane Rogers
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords and Strings in C Major, BWV 1061: III. FugaJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Paul Nicholson, Peter Buckoke, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings, BWV 1052: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Helen Gough, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings, BWV 1052: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Helen Gough, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings, BWV 1052: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Helen Gough, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord and Strings in A Minor, BWV 1044: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Stephen Preston, Kati Debrezeni, Timothy Kraemer, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord and Strings in A Minor, BWV 1044: II. Adagio ma non tanto e dolceJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Stephen Preston, Kati Debrezeni, Timothy Kraemer, Jane Rogers
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord and Strings in A Minor, BWV 1044: III. Tempo di allabreveJohann Sebastian Bach, Purcell Quartet, Stephen Preston, Kati Debrezeni, Timothy Kraemer, Jane Rogers