Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Baroque music with Olivier Baumont's exquisite rendition of "Le petit livre d'Anna Magdalena Bach." Released on October 15, 2015, under the Bayard Musique label, this album is a meticulously curated collection of works by the incomparable Johann Sebastian Bach, originally compiled as a gift for his wife, Anna Magdalena Bach.
Spanning a little over an hour, this album is a treasure trove of 40 tracks, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the delicate grace of the "Menuet in F Major, BWV Anh. 113" to the profound depth of the "Choral 'O Ewigkeit, du Donnerwort' in F Major, BWV 513," Baumont's performance is a testament to his virtuosity and deep understanding of Bach's intricate compositions. The album features a mix of menuets, polonaises, marches, arias, and chorales, showcasing the breadth and versatility of Bach's genius.
Baumont is joined by a stellar ensemble including Anne Magouët, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin, and Aurélien Delage, whose collective talent breathes new life into these classical pieces. The album is a celebration of Bach's enduring legacy, offering both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers a chance to appreciate the beauty and complexity of his work.
"Le petit livre d'Anna Magdalena Bach" is not just a collection of songs; it's a journey through the heart of Baroque music, performed with precision, passion, and a deep reverence for the tradition. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply looking to explore the rich tapestry of Baroque compositions, this album is a must-listen.
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Tracks
Menuet in F Major, BWV Anh. 113Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont
Menuet in G Major, BWV Anh. 114Christian Petzold, Olivier Baumont
Menuet in G Minor, BWV Anh. 115Christian Petzold, Olivier Baumont
Menuet in G Major, BWV Anh. 116Anonymous, Olivier Baumont, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin
Polonaise et variation in F Major, BWV Anh. 117a-bAnonymous, Aurelien Delage
Menuet in B-Flat Major, BWV Anh. 118Anonymous, Aurelien Delage
Polonaise in G Minor, BWV Anh. 119Anonymous, Olivier Baumont
Choral "Wer nur den lieben Gott läßt walten" in A Minor, BWV 691Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Christine Plubeau
Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille in F Major, BWV 511Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage
Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille in E Minor, BWV 511Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Christine Plubeau, Anne Magouët
Menuet in A Minor, BWV Anh. 120Anonymous, Olivier Baumont
Menuet in C Minor, BWV Anh. 121Anonymous, Aurelien Delage
Marche in D Major, BWV Anh. 122Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Olivier Baumont, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin
Polonaise in G Minor, BWV Anh. 123Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Olivier Baumont
Marche in G Major, BWV Anh. 124Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Olivier Baumont, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin
Polonaise in G Minor, BWV Anh. 125Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Olivier Baumont
Aria "So oft ich meine Tobackspfeife" in G Minor, BWV 515aAnonymous, Olivier Baumont, Anne Magouët, Christine Plubeau
Menuet fait par Mons in G MajorGeorg Böhm, Olivier Baumont
Musette in D Major, BWV Anh. 126Georg Philipp Telemann, Olivier Baumont, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin
Marche in E-Flat Major, BWV Anh. 127Anonymous, Olivier Baumont
Polonaise in D Minor, BWV Anh. 128Anonymous, Aurelien Delage
Bist du bei mir in E-Flat Major, BWV 508Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Christine Plubeau, Anne Magouët
Aria in G Major, BWV 988Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont
Solo per il cembalo in E-Flat Major, BWV Anh. 129Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Olivier Baumont
Polonaise in G Major, BWV Anh. 130Johann Adolf Hasse, Olivier Baumont, Julien Chauvin
Preludio in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Aurelien Delage
Pièce sans titre in F Major, BWV Anh. 131Anonymous, Julien Chauvin, Aurelien Delage
Aria "Warum betrübst du dich" in F Minor, BWV 516Anonymous, Christine Plubeau, Aurelien Delage, Anne Magouët
Récitatif "Ich habe genug!" et aria "Schlummert ein, ihr matten Augen" in G Major, BWV 82Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Anne Magouët, Christine Plubeau
Choral "Schaff’s mit mir, Gott" in C Major, BWV 514Johann Sebastian Bach, Aurelien Delage, Anne Magouët
Menuet in D Minor, BWV Anh. 132Anonymous, Olivier Baumont, Christine Plubeau
Aria di Giovannini (Willst du dein Herz mir schenken) in E-Flat Major, BWV 518Anonymous, Olivier Baumont, Anne Magouët, Christine Plubeau
Choral "Dir, dir Jehova, will ich singen" in B-Flat Major, BWV 299Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin, Anne Magouët
Choral "Wie wohl ist mir, o Freund der Seelen" in F Major, BWV 517Anonymous, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Anne Magouët
Aria "Gedenke doch, mein Geist, zurücke" in E-Flat Major, BWV 509Anonymous, Olivier Baumont, Anne Magouët, Christine Plubeau
Choral "O Ewigkeit, du Donnerwort" in F Major, BWV 513Johann Sebastian Bach, Olivier Baumont, Aurelien Delage, Christine Plubeau, Julien Chauvin, Anne Magouët