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Classical Reflections

Johann Sebastian Bach

2025
103 tracks
2 uur, 13 min
classical

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterpieces reimagined for the modern era with "Classical Reflections." This exquisite collection, set for release on March 7, 2025, via Sony Classical/Sony Music, offers a fresh perspective on Bach's enduring compositions, expertly arranged and performed by some of today's most innovative musicians.

Spanning a generous 2 hours and 13 minutes, "Classical Reflections" features a diverse array of arrangements, from solo piano variations to ensemble performances, each track a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the boundless creativity of contemporary artists. The album showcases a rich tapestry of genres within the classical realm, including piano variations, orchestral arrangements, and choral adaptations, all united by the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach.

Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Ave verum corpus" arranged by Franz Liszt, the ethereal "Für Elise Variation" by Svetoslav Karparov, and the enchanting "Clair de lune" from Debussy's "Suite Bergamasque." Each piece is meticulously crafted to honor the original compositions while infusing them with a contemporary sensibility, making "Classical Reflections" a captivating journey through the annals of classical music.

Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Classical Reflections" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience. The album's diverse arrangements and high-quality performances make it an essential addition to any music lover's collection.

7 maart 2025(P) 2025 Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH

Tracks

Bach: Prelude Piano Variation (After Cello Suite No. 1, BWV 1007, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Johann Sebastian Bach, Louis Philippson
1:58
Vivaldi Variation (Arr. for Piano from Concerto for Strings in G Minor, RV 156 by F. Christl)Antonio Vivaldi, Florian Christl
1:54
Ave verum corpus, K.618 (Arr. for Piano by Franz Liszt)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mao Fujita
3:15
Liszt: Liebestraum Variation (After Liebesträume, S.541, No. 3, Arr. for Piano by E. M. Fard)Franz Liszt, Louis Philippson
2:59
Air Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
2:39
Symphony No. 15 in G Major, K. 124: III. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien
2:15
Jesu meine Freude, BWV 1105 (Choral Prelude, Arr. for Cello and Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Jan Vogler, Martin Stadtfeld
2:20
Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation (From Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Gabriele Bagnati
2:03
Wandering Soul (arr. for Choir from Hungarian Dance No.1, WoO 1 by David Reichelt)Johannes Brahms, World Choir for Peace, David Reichelt, Nicol Matt
2:31
Für Elise Variation (From Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
2:40
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Ombra mai fu (Arr. for Cello and Piano)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:37
Du bist wie eine Blume, Op. 25, No. 24 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
1:40
Die Zauberflöte: Aria Variation (Arr. for Piano from K. 620 by Vivan und Ketan Bhatti)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Olga Scheps
2:56
Suite from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 492 (Arr. for String Quartet by Jan Vogler): No. 7 Andante con moto: "Sagt, holde Frauen, die ihr sie kennt"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jan Vogler, Colin Jacobsen, Mira Wang, Tatjana Masurenko
2:13
Symphony No. 47 in D Major, K. 97 (73m): III. Menuetto & TrioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
2:37
Goldberg Reflections Aria for Violin, String Orchestra & HarpsichordWolf Kerschek, Niklas Liepe, Nils Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips
3:46
Aria Variation (From Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
2:11
Joy (After Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147, No. 10 and Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, Op.125: IV. "Ode to Joy")Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:51
Double Concerto for Violin, Cello, Strings and Continuo in B-Flat Major, RV 547: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Jan Vogler, Giuliano Carmignola
1:46
Mendelssohn Variation (From Violin Concerto, Op.64/ MWV O14, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Felix Mendelssohn, Gabriele Bagnati
2:11
Liebesliederwalzer, Op. 52: No. 6, Ein kleiner hübscher VogelJohannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Maximilian Hornung, Nicholas Rimmer
2:33
Widmung, Op. 25, No. 1Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer
2:04
Stücke für Klavier, Op. 118: V. Romanze in F Major (Andante)Johannes Brahms, David Theodor Schmidt
3:45
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
4:43
Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Arr. for Cello and Piano by Julian Riem)Edward Elgar, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:32
Lied ohne Worte No. 18 in A-Flat Major, Op. 38, No. 6, "Duetto"Felix Mendelssohn, David Theodor Schmidt
2:28
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, "Winter", Arr. for Violoncello: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sol Gabetta, I Sonatori de la Gioiosa Marca
1:50
An die Nachtigall. Op. 46, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
2:55
Suleika, Op. 34, No. 4Felix Mendelssohn, Nils Mönkemeyer
1:57
Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
1:41
Canon, P.37 (Arr. for Piano four hands by Martin Stadtfeld)Johann Pachelbel, Martin Stadtfeld, Lilian Akopova
3:44
Handel Sarabande Variation (Arr. for Piano from Sarabande, HWV 437)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
1:28
Rinaldo, HWV 7: Lascia ch'io pianga (Arr. for Piano)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
4:28
Nocturnes, Op. 32: II. Lento (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Julian Riem)Frédéric Chopin, Olga Scheps, Raphaela Gromes
2:45
Mozart Lacrimosa Variation (From Requiem, K. 626, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
2:57
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
4:09
Alcina, HWV 34: Verdi prati (Arr. for Cello & Harpsichord by Julian Riem)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
3:32
Myrthen, Op. 25: I. Widmung (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Robert Schumann, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:06
Tannhäuser, WWV 70: Lied an den Abendstern (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Richard Wagner, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
3:24
Rêverie au bord de la mer, WoOJacques Offenbach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
4:24
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 Variation (After Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Philippson
2:52
Air Piano Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
2:31
Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major, BWV 1046: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Barock Solisten, Reinhard Goebel
2:33
Wiegala (Arr. for Violin and String Quintet by Esther Abrami)Ilse Weber, Esther Abrami, Esther Abrami Ensemble
3:02
Mozart Symphony 40 Variation (From Symphony No. 40, K. 550, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
2:41
Moonlight Sonata Variation (From Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
3:24
Als die alte Mutter mich noch lehrte singen, Op. 55, No. 4 (Arr. for Violin and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
2:05
Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469 (Arr. for Violin, String Quintet & Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Norwegian String Quintet, Tim Allhoff
2:29
Wenn ich ein Vöglein wär, Op. 43, No. 1 (Arr. for Viola, Cello and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer, Hannah Weber
1:37
Klänge, Op. 66/1Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
1:33

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About Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach, born in 1685 in Eisenach, Germany, stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of Western music. A prolific composer and virtuoso performer on multiple instruments, Bach's genius spans a vast array of genres and forms. His compositions, ranging from the intricate Brandenburg Concertos to the profound St. Matthew Passion, showcase his unparalleled mastery of harmony, counterpoint, and emotional depth. Bach's keyboard works, such as the Goldberg Variations and The Well-Tempered Clavier, are staples of the classical repertoire, while his organ pieces like the Toccata and Fugue in D minor continue to inspire awe. Bach's legacy, revitalized during the 19th-century Bach Revival, endures as a testament to his enduring brilliance and innovation. His music, respected for its technical brilliance, intellectual rigor, and artistic beauty, continues to captivate audiences and musicians alike.

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