Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with "Karajan Conducts Bach & More," a remarkable compilation by the legendary conductor Herbert von Karajan. Released on November 16, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a testament to Karajan's unparalleled mastery and the enduring brilliance of Baroque and Classical composers.
Spanning a generous 111 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of orchestral and operatic masterpieces. It features iconic works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, and George Frideric Handel, among others. The tracklist includes beloved pieces such as "The Four Seasons," "The Nutcracker Suite," and the "Brandenburg Concertos," showcasing the depth and versatility of Karajan's interpretations.
The album is a blend of genres, encompassing classical, opera, and orchestral music, each piece performed with the precision and passion that Karajan is renowned for. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
"Karajan Conducts Bach & More" is not just a collection of tracks; it's a celebration of musical heritage, brought to life by one of the most influential conductors of the 20th century. The album's remastered recordings ensure that the sound quality is as pristine as the performances themselves, allowing you to fully appreciate the intricacies and beauty of each piece.
Herbert von Karajan's legacy is evident in every note, making this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the finer things in life. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies and powerful performances of "Karajan Conducts Bach & More" transport you to a world of musical splendor.
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8/4, RV 297: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a: IIf. Dance of the Reed-PipesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assai - Recorded 1978Johann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assai - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Adolf Scherbaum, Karlheinz Zoeller, Lothar Koch, Michel Schwalbé, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Major, Op. 6/5, HWV 323: I. Overture. Larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Major, Op. 6/5, HWV 323: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Major, Op. 6/5, HWV 323: III. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Major, Op. 6/5, HWV 323: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 5 in D Major, Op. 6/5, HWV 323: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 12 in B Minor, Op. 6/12, HWV 330: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Michel Schwalbé, Hanns-Joachim Westphal, Ottomar Borwitzky, Karl Scheit, Friedrich Fischer, Herbert von Karajan, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 12 in B Minor, Op. 6/12, HWV 330: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Michel Schwalbé, Hanns-Joachim Westphal, Ottomar Borwitzky, Karl Scheit, Friedrich Fischer, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Herbert von Karajan, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 10 in D Minor, Op. 6/10, HWV 328: Ia. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Michel Schwalbé, Hanns-Joachim Westphal, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Herbert von Karajan, Karl Scheit, Friedrich Fischer, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 10 in D Minor, Op. 6/10, HWV 328: Ib. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Michel Schwalbé, Hanns-Joachim Westphal, Ottomar Borwitzky, Karl Scheit, Friedrich Fischer, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Herbert von Karajan, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 6/6, HWV 324: II. A tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 7 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/7, HWV 325: I. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 3 in E Minor, Op. 6/3, HWV 321: II. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Horst Goebel, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 3 in E Minor, Op. 6/3, HWV 321: V. Allegro, ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Horst Goebel, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 9 in F Major, Op. 6/9, HWV 327: I. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 9 in F Major, Op. 6/9, HWV 327: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Leon Spierer, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 6/8, HWV 326: II. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Horst Goebel, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 6/8, HWV 326: III. Andante - AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Horst Goebel, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 6/8, HWV 326: IV. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Edith Picht-Axenfeld, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 11 in A Major, Op. 6/11, HWV 329: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Herbert von Karajan, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 11 in A Major, Op. 6/11, HWV 329: III. Largo e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ottomar Borwitzky, Emil Maas, Thomas Brandis, Herbert von Karajan, Horst Goebel, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: I. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129: I. Adagio – AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129: II. Adagio – III. [Allegro]Antonio Vivaldi, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins and Cello in D Major, Op. 3/1, RV 549 (L'estro armonico No. 1): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3/4, RV 550 (L'estro armonico No. 4): I. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3/4, RV 550 (L'estro armonico No. 4): II. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Herbert von Karajan, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto for 4 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3/4, RV 550 (L'estro armonico No. 4): III. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins in F Major, Op. 3/7, RV 567 (L'estro armonico No. 7): II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins in F Major, Op. 3/7, RV 567 (L'estro armonico No. 7): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Herbert von Karajan, Berliner Philharmoniker
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": I. Vivace – Grave – II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio – Allegro – AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": IV. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": V. Allegro –Arcangelo Corelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. Largo. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Waldemar Döling, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Introduction. Moderato quasi andantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Theme. Moderato semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 1. Tempo della thema –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 2. Tempo della themaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
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