Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Sapphire": Classical Gems, a meticulously curated collection of some of the most enchanting compositions from the Baroque era. Released on October 14, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a celebration of classical piano and orchestral masterpieces that have stood the test of time.
Spanning a concise yet captivating 66 minutes, "Sapphire": Classical Gems features a diverse array of pieces, from the intricate and lively "Badinerie" from Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor to the serene and reflective "Prelude No. 3 in C-Sharp Major" from The Well-Tempered Clavier. The album also showcases Bach's virtuosity in compositions like the "Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11" and the delicate "Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23."
This album is not just a compilation but a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Sapphire": Classical Gems offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The careful selection of pieces ensures a balanced journey through different moods and styles, highlighting Bach's unparalleled ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): No. 5 Agité, attr.to MozartWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Anton Steck
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Ascanio in Alba, K.111 / Part 1: Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mozarteumorchester Salzburg, Leopold Hager
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 8 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: 2. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Ulrich Herkenhoff, Amati-Ensemble, Attila Balogh, Jakob Schmidt, Ruth Spitzenberger
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3 in F MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": TemaFrédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 1 (Brillante)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 2 (Veloce, ma accuratamente)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 3 (Sempre sostenuto)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 4Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 5 (Adagio)Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter": III. Menuetto. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Symphoniker, Ferenc Fricsay
Orchestral Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): No. 9 AndantinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Concerto Köln, Anton Steck
Symphony No. 30 in D Major, K. 202: IV. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bernhard Paumgartner, Camerata Salzburg
Bastien und Bastienne, K.50: IntradaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Stepp
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 11Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 1Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 2Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 3Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 4Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 5Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 6Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 7Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 8Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 9Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 10Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11: II. Romance. Larghetto - Pt. 11Frédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado