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Relaxing Guitar

Johann Sebastian Bach

2025
87 tracks
2 uur, 4 min
classical

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the soothing world of classical guitar with "Relaxing Guitar" by Johann Sebastian Bach, set for release on January 12, 2025, via Warner Classics. This exquisite collection spans a duration of 2 hours and 4 minutes, offering a serene and captivating journey through timeless compositions expertly arranged for the guitar.

The album features a diverse array of pieces, from the enchanting "Romanian Folk Dances" by Béla Bartók to the delicate "Nocturnal after John Dowland" by Benjamin Britten. Fans of classical guitar will delight in the inclusion of works by legendary composers such as Manuel Ponce, Heitor Villa-Lobos, and Francisco Tárrega, alongside contemporary pieces by Leo Brouwer and Roland Dyens. The album also showcases Bach's own masterful compositions, including the iconic "Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999" and the hauntingly beautiful "Ave Maria."

"Relaxing Guitar" is not just a compilation of beautiful music; it is a testament to the enduring appeal of classical guitar. Whether you are seeking to unwind after a long day, enhance your concentration, or simply enjoy the beauty of classical music, this album promises to deliver a tranquil and enriching experience. The meticulous arrangements and performances bring a fresh perspective to these beloved works, making it a standout addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.

Tracks

Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 3, Pe loc (Transc. Cáceres for Two Guitars)Turibio Santos, Oscar Caceres
1:07
Ponce: 3 Canciones populares mexicanas: No. 1, La pajareraEliot Fisk
1:15
Brouwer: 2 Aires populares cubanos: No. 1, Guajira criollaEliot Fisk
1:20
Britten: Nocturnal after John Dowland, Op. 70: V. March-LikeSharon Isbin
1:35
Granados: Cuentos de la juventud, Op. 1: No. 1, Dedicatoria (Transcr. Isbin for Guitar)Sharon Isbin
1:35
Bach: Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999 (Performed in D Minor)Turibio Santos
1:36
Tárrega: LágrimaWulfin Lieske
1:41
Anonymous: Jane Pickering's Lute Book: No. 16, La Rossignol AlmainTuribio Santos, Oscar Caceres
1:44
Brouwer: 2 Temas populares cubanos: No. 2, Ojos brujosManuel Barrueco
1:48
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56: No. 4, Buciumeana (Transc. Cáceres for Two Guitars)Turibio Santos, Oscar Caceres
1:48
Duarte: Appalachian Dreams, Op. 121: IV. Putney HymnSharon Isbin
1:49
Tansman: Inventions: III. Sicilienne. AllegrettoThibaut García
1:56
Traditional: El noi de la mare (Arr. Llobet for Guitar)Thibaut García
2:01
De Visée: Livre de pièces pour la guitare, Suite No. 11 en si mineur: III. SarabandeManuel Barrueco
2:03
Bach, JS: Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999 (Arr. Isbin for Guitar)Sharon Isbin
2:16
Britten: Nocturnal After John Dowland, Op. 70: I. MusinglyJulian Bream
2:16
Barrios Mangoré: La catedral: I. Preludio saudadeThibaut García
2:16
Barrios Mangoré: Preludio en do menorThibaut García
2:16
Aguirre: Aire criollo No. 1 (Arr. Anido for Guitar)Oscar Caceres
2:19
Ruiz-Pipó: Canción y Danza No. 1: CanciónSharon Isbin
2:20
Sor: 6 Airs choisis de l'opéra de Mozart "Il flauto magico", Op. 19: No. 1, Marche religieuseManuel Barrueco
2:20
Romance (From "Jeux interdits")Thibaut García
2:21
Aguirre: Aires nacionales argentinos, Cuaderno I, Op. 17: Triste No. 4Eliot Fisk
2:24
Brouwer: 2 Temas populares cubanos: No. 2, Ojos brujosEliot Fisk
1:49
Riera: Merengue venezolanoEliot Fisk
2:29
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 8, La fille aux cheveux de lin (Transc. Cáceres for Two Guitars)Turibio Santos, Oscar Caceres
2:30
AnakXuefei Yang
2:42
Duarte: Appalachian Dreams, Op. 121: II. Black Is the Color of My True Love's HairSharon Isbin
2:45
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: III. Largo (Arr. Barrueco for Guitar)Manuel Barrueco
2:46
Ponce: EstrellitaManuel Barrueco
2:46
Caldera: Visión porteñaEliot Fisk
2:49
Barrios Mangoré: Villancico de NavidadThibaut García
2:49
Bach & Gounod: Ave Maria (Meditation After Bach's Prelude and Fugue in C Major, BWV 846)Thibaut García, Elsa Dreisig
2:52
Ponce: Scherzino mexicanoManuel Barrueco
2:52
Lauro: RomanzaSharon Isbin
2:53
Martin: 4 Pièces brèves: No. 1, PréludeJulian Bream
2:59
Michelle (Arr. Takemitsu for Guitar)Xuefei Yang
3:01
Mompou: Suite compostelana: V. CanciónOscar Ghiglia
3:02
Gómez Crespo: NorteñaEliot Fisk
3:03
Romance de AmorXuefei Yang
3:07
Brouwer: Canción de cunaManuel Barrueco
3:13
Tansman: Inventions: V. Aria. Lento cantabileThibaut García
3:08
Michelle (Arr. Takemitsu for Guitar)Manuel Barrueco
3:11
López: Así yo te soñéEliot Fisk
3:15
Villa-Lobos: Guitar Preludes, W419: No. 4 in E Minor, LentoTuribio Santos
3:17
Satie: 3 Gymnopédies: No. 1, Lent et douloureuxPierre Laniau
3:16
Yesterday (Arr. Takemitsu for Guitar)Manuel Barrueco
3:17
Gómez Crespo: NorteñaOscar Caceres
3:19
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: I. Adagio (Arr. Yang for Guitar)Xuefei Yang
3:23
Myers: Cavatina (From "The Deer Hunter")Thibaut García
3:23

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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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