Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Johann Sebastian Bach's organ music with "Bach, J.S.: Organ Music, Vol. 4." This fourth installment in Stefano Molardi's authoritative collection is a testament to Bach's mastery and the organ's grandeur. Recorded with meticulous attention to detail, this four-CD release spans over two hours and fourteen minutes, offering a rich tapestry of Bach's most celebrated and profound organ works.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including the iconic Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565, known for its unforgettable opening bars and flourished chromaticism. It also includes a collection of chorale preludes, concertos arranged from works by other composers, and some of Bach's largest and most complex pieces. Notable tracks such as "Christum wir sollen loben schon," "Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her," and the monumental "Passacaglia" showcase Bach's genius and the organ's versatility.
Stefano Molardi's performance is a highlight, bringing a deep understanding and reverence for Bach's music. His careful programming ensures a diverse and engaging listening experience, making this volume a standout in the series. Whether you are a seasoned Bach enthusiast or a newcomer to his organ works, this album offers a comprehensive and captivating journey through the composer's extraordinary output.
Recorded on various dates and in different venues, the album benefits from Molardi's nuanced interpretations and the organ's resonant power. The meticulous production and engineering by Paul Spicer and Paul Niederberger ensure that every note is captured with clarity and precision, allowing the listener to fully appreciate the depth and complexity of Bach's compositions.
"Bach, J.S.: Organ Music, Vol. 4" is not just a collection of tracks; it is a celebration of Johann Sebastian Bach's enduring legacy and the organ's timeless beauty. Dive into this volume and experience the profound artistry of one of history's greatest composers.
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Tracks
Prelude - FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Wo soll ich fliehen hin, BWV 694: Wo soll ich fliehen her, BWV 694Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Wo soll ich fliehen hin, BWV 694: Christ lag in Todesbanden, BWV 695Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Durch Adams Fall ist ganz verderbt, BWV 705: Fuga sopra Durch Adams Fall ist ganz vederbt, BWV 705Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Fantasia - ImitationJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Organ Concerto in A Minor, BWV 593: I. Allegro (Arr. Of Vivaldi's Violin Concerto in A Minor, RV 522)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Organ Concerto in A Minor, BWV 593: II. Adagio (Arr. Of Vivaldi's Violin Concerto in A Minor, RV 522)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Organ Concerto in A Minor, BWV 593: III. Allegro (Arr. Of Vivaldi's Violin Concerto in A Minor, RV 522)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Aria in F Major, BWV 587 (After F. Couperin)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Prelude - FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Christum wir sollen loben schon, BWV 696Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, BWV 697Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Herr Christ, der einig Gottes Sohn, BWV 698Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 699Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 701Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Gottes Sohn ist kommen, BWV 703Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Lob sei dem allmachtigen Gott, BWV 704Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Fugue in G Major, BWV 576Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Pastorale in F Major, BWV 590: Pastorella in F Major, BWV 590Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
O Gott, du frommer Gott, BWV 767: Partita diverse sopra O Gott, du frommer Gott, BWV 767Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier, BWV 706Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Ich hab mein Sach Gott heimgestellt, BWV 707: Ich hab' mein Sach' Gott heimgestellt, BWV 707Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Herr Jesu Christ, dich zu uns wend, BWV 709Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Trio Sonata No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 526: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Trio Sonata No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 526: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Trio Sonata No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 526: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Prelude & Fugue in G Major, BWV 541: FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Trio in G Major, BWV 586: Trio in G Major (atter G. Ph. Telemann?), BWV 586 [After Telemann]Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Vom Himmel hoch, da komm ich her, BWV 700Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Das Jesulein soll doch mein Trost, BWV 702Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Wir Christenleut, BWV 710Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: I. ToccataJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Toccata, Adagio & Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: III. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius