Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful compositions with the album "15 Inventions, BWV 772-786 and other works." This exquisite collection, set to release on January 10, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to Bach's enduring genius and his profound impact on classical piano music.
The album centers around Bach's renowned "15 Inventions," a series of two-part contrapuntal pieces that were originally composed as educational tools to help his students develop their keyboard skills and musical expression. Each invention is a gem in its own right, showcasing Bach's unparalleled ability to weave intricate melodies and harmonies with remarkable clarity and precision.
Beyond the inventions, the album offers a rich tapestry of other notable works, including selections from "The Well-Tempered Clavier," "Goldberg Variations," and various partitas, suites, and concertos. These pieces span a wide range of emotions and styles, from the playful and energetic to the contemplative and serene, providing a comprehensive overview of Bach's artistic versatility.
With a total runtime of 55 minutes, this album is a concise yet profound exploration of Bach's musical legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the world of Baroque music, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. Bach's compositions, performed with meticulous attention to detail, offer a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving. Prepare to be transported to the heart of the Baroque era, where the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach continues to resonate through the ages.
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 1. Invention In C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 2. Invention In C Minor, BWV 773Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 3. Invention In D Major, BWV 774Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 4. Invention In D Minor, BWV 775Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 5. Invention In E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 6. Invention In E Major, BWV 777Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 7. Invention In E Minor, BWV 778Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 8. Invention In F Major, BWV 779Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 9. Invention In F Minor, BWV 780Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 10. Invention In G Major, BWV 781Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 11. Invention In G Minor, BWV 782Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 12. Invention In A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 13. Invention In A Minor, BWV 784Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 14. Invention In B-Flat Major, BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: 15. Invention In B Minor, BWV 786Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BMV 1066: IV. ForlaneJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
French Suite No. 2 in C minor, BWV 813: 5. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 2. Prelude In D Major, BWV 925Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 2, BWV 870-893: Fugue in A major BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
French Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 815: V. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 5 a 1 ovvero 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Catrin Finch
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: 4c. Canon 3 a 2 per motum contrariumJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Partita No. 6 In E Minor, BWV 830: 4. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean Louis Steuerman
Partita No. 4 In D Major, BWV 828: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Herr Jesu Christ, der ein'ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV 698Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Hurford
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 4. Prelude In F Major, BWV 927Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in A flat major BWV 862Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 4 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Catrin Finch
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: V. RondeauxJohann Sebastian Bach, Martha Argerich
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm Kempff
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in C sharp major BWV 848Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: IV. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
Partita No. 6 In E Minor, BWV 830: 6. Tempo di gavottaJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean Louis Steuerman
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: IV. AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Benjamin Grosvenor
Partita No. 2 in C minor, BWV 826: 5. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
Toccata In C Minor, BWV 911: 1. Without Tempo IndicationJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
9 Kleine Präludien, BWV 924-932: 5. Prelude In F Major, BWV 928Johann Sebastian Bach, Walter Gieseking
French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: IV. Menuet IJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: 6. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Invention No. 12 in A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: 4. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
French Suite No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814: 5. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in D minor BWV 851Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G, BWV 1048: 2. Adagio (from Concerto in G, BWV986/2)Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Kipnis, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: 4g. Canon perpetuus super thema regiumJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Invention No. 5 in E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov