Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Baroque music with "The Pachelbel Canon - The Canadian Brass Plays Great Baroque Music" by the renowned Canadian Brass. Released in 1980 under the RCA Red Seal label, this album is a masterful collection of 12 tracks that showcase the ensemble's virtuosity and the enduring appeal of Baroque compositions.
The Canadian Brass, comprised of Frederick Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, and Charles Daellenbach, brings a fresh and dynamic interpretation to classic pieces. The album opens with the dramatic "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor," followed by the iconic "Canon in D Major, P. 37," a piece that has captivated audiences for centuries. Other highlights include the serene "Cantata No. 208: Sheep May Safely Graze" and the lively "Suite from Water Music: Hornpipe," demonstrating the ensemble's versatility and technical prowess.
With a duration of 53 minutes, this album is a perfect blend of well-known Baroque masterpieces and lesser-known gems, all performed with the precision and passion that the Canadian Brass is known for. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The meticulous arrangements for brass ensemble add a unique texture and depth to these timeless works, making this a standout release in the Canadian Brass's discography.
(P) 1980 BMG Music
Tracks
Toccata and Fugue in D MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Canon in D Major, P. 37Johann Pachelbel, Canadian Brass
ToccataGirolamo Frescobaldi, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Cantata No. 208: Sheep May Safely GrazeJohann Pachelbel, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Gigue Fugue in GJohann Sebastian Bach, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Suite from Water Music: MinuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Suite from Water Music: AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Suite from Water Music: HornpipeGeorge Frideric Handel, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Suite from Water Music: Allegro maestosoGeorge Frideric Handel, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach
Fugue in G Minor, BWV 578 "Little" (Transcribed for Brass Ensemble)Johann Sebastian Bach, Canadian Brass
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140 (Arranged for Brass Ensemble): Wachet auf, ruft uns die StimmeJohann Sebastian Bach, Canadian Brass
Passacaglia and Fugue in C MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Canadian Brass, Frederic Mills, Ronald Romm, Graeme Page, Eugene Watts, Charles Daellenbach