Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach, masterfully interpreted by the legendary harpsichordist Gustav Leonhardt. "Gustav Leonhardt Plays Bach" is a monumental 35 CD box set that spans decades of recording history, from the 1960s to the 1980s. This collection is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, featuring 15 CDs dedicated to Bach's profound works, with the remaining discs exploring music from the Elizabethan era and beyond.
The album showcases Bach's iconic compositions, including the complete "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Books I and II," a collection of 48 preludes and fugues that demonstrate Bach's unparalleled mastery of counterpoint and harmony. Additionally, the set includes selections from "Die Kunst der Fuge" (The Art of Fugue), a testament to Bach's intricate and complex fugal writing.
Gustav Leonhardt, a pioneer in the historical performance movement, brings his unparalleled insight and technical brilliance to these recordings. His interpretations are celebrated for their clarity, precision, and deep understanding of Baroque performance practices. Leonhardt's recordings have earned critical acclaim and numerous awards, including Gramophone Awards, underscoring his status as one of the most respected Bach interpreters of our time.
This box set is not just a compilation of recordings but a comprehensive journey through Bach's musical genius, as seen through the eyes of one of the greatest harpsichordists of the 20th century. Whether you are a seasoned Bach aficionado or a newcomer to his music, this collection offers a rich and rewarding exploration of some of the most influential and enduring works in the classical repertoire.
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Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 858Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 862Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 863Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 864Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 866Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 867Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 868Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C major, BWV 870Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 2 in C minor, BWV 871Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 3 in C sharp major, BWV 872Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 4 in C sharp minor, BWV 873Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 5 in D major, BWV 874Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 6 in D minor, BWV 875Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 7 in E flat major, BWV 876Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 8 in E flat minor, BWV 877Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 9 in E major, BWV 878Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 10 in E minor, BWV 879Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 11 in F major, BWV 880Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 12 in F minor, BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 13 in F sharp major, BWV 882Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 14 in F sharp minor, BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 15 in G major, BWV 884Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 16 in G minor, BWV 885Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 17 in A flat major, BWV 886Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 18 in G sharp minor, BWV 887Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 19 in A major, BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 20 in A minor, BWV 889Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 890Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 22 in B flat minor, BWV 891Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 23 in B major, BWV 892Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude and Fugue No. 24 in B minor, BWV 893Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus 1Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus 4Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Leonhardt
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