Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's orchestral masterpieces with the album "20th Century Recordings": Orchestral Music. This meticulously curated collection brings together 79 tracks, spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 3 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Bach's most celebrated works. From the intricate beauty of "Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus" to the lively rhythms of "Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 'Jupiter'," this album showcases the breadth and depth of Bach's genius.
Recorded with the precision and clarity of 20th-century technology, these performances capture the essence of Bach's compositions, allowing listeners to experience the rich harmonies and dynamic contrasts that define his music. The album features contributions from renowned ensembles such as the Wiener Mozart Ensemble and the Bamberger Symphoniker, ensuring a high standard of musical excellence.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich tapestry of sounds that highlight Bach's enduring influence on Western music. The inclusion of works by other great composers like Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart adds an extra layer of depth, making this a truly eclectic and rewarding listening experience. Released on July 22, 2025, by UME - Global Clearing House, "20th Century Recordings": Orchestral Music is a testament to the timeless appeal of classical music and a celebration of Johann Sebastian Bach's unparalleled legacy.
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: No. 3, Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Sir Charles Mackerras, Scottish Chamber Orchestra
6 German Dances, K. 567: No. 4 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
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
Symphony No. 24 in B Flat Major, K. 182: III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Berliner Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 (II)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 1]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Six Contredanses K. 462: No. 5 in B Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3 in F MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Canon And Gigue In D Major, P 37: 2. GigueJohann Pachelbel, I Musici
Concerto No. 8 in A Major "La Pazzia": II. AffettuosoFrancesco Durante, Elizabeth Wallfisch, Nicholas Kraemer, Raglan Baroque Players
6 Ländler for 2 Violins and Bass, WoO 15: No. 1 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Les petits riens, K.app.10 (ballet): LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Germanico in Germania / Act 1: MenuettoNicola Porpora, Capella Cracoviensis, Jan Tomasz Adamus
Concerto grosso in F, Op. 6, No. 12 - Rev. Vittorio Negri (1923 - ): 4. Sarabanda: VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Felix Ayo, Arnaldo Apostoli, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, Marijke Smit Sibinga, I Musici
Symphony No. 1 in B flat Major: 3. AllegroWilliam Boyce, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Water Music, HWV 348-350 / Suite No. 3, HWV 350: V. Country Dance I/IIGeorge Frideric Handel, Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
Xerxes Ballet: Air pour les esclaves et singes dansantsJean-Baptiste Lully, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto for 2 Flutes, Strings and Continuo in C, R.533: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, William Bennett, Lenore Smith, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
6 Concerti Armonici / No. 6 in E-Flat Major: II. Presto - LargoUnico Wilhelm van Wassenaer, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Les Boréades / Act V: Prélude - LiveJean-Philippe Rameau, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Bastien und Bastienne, K. 50: IntradaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F, HWV 348: 20. CoroGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Fritz Lehmann
Concerto Grosso in F Major, Op. 6, No. 9, HWV 327: VI. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Concerto grosso in D minor, Op. 3, No. 5: 4. Allegro, ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard, Leslie Pearson, John Constable
Concerto grosso in A Major, Op. 6 No. 11, HWV 329: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Otto Büchner, Franz Berger, Hans Melzer, Karl Richter, Bamberger Symphoniker, Fritz Lehmann
Oboe Concerto in D minor, TWV 51:d1: 4. (Allegro)Georg Philipp Telemann, Heinz Holliger, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Acis & Galatée: Menuet (Première Entrée)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Concerto in F major for Violin, 2 oboes, 2 horns, cello, bassoon & strings RV 571: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Danny Bond, Simon Standage, Frank de Bruine, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto a 5 in D, Op. 7, No. 6 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Organ Concerto No. 5 in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5, HWV 293: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Eduard Müller, Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
Organ Concerto No. 9 in B-Flat Major, Op. 7/3, HWV 308: IV. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, George Malcolm, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
The London Sketchbook, K. 15a-ss (Orch. Smith): [Adagio] in E-Flat Major, K. 15mmWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 6 "Christmas Concerto": III. VivaceGiuseppe Torelli, Thomas Brandis, Emil Maas, Ottomar Borwitzky, Wolfgang Meyer, Waldemar Döling, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto a due cori No. 3, HWV 334: 1. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Second Act Tune: AirHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: V. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto Grosso in D major, Op. 6, No. 6: 3. AdagioCharles Avison, Emanuel Hurwitz, Ivor McMahon, Charles Spinks, Hurwitz Chamber Ensemble
Concerto for Flute and 2 Violins in G Major, RV 102: III. VivaceAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Dances Wq. 189: Trio in G minorCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Ensemble Eduard Melkus, Eduard Melkus
Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter": III. Menuetto. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Symphoniker, Ferenc Fricsay
Concerto grosso in F, Op. 6, No. 2 - Rev. Vittorio Negri (1923- ): 3. Grave - Andante largoArcangelo Corelli, Felix Ayo, Arnaldo Apostoli, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, Guy Bovet, I Musici
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F, HWV 348: 18. Andante moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Fritz Lehmann
Concerto for Oboe and Strings in B flat , Op. 7/7 , RV 464: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Abdelazer: RondeauHenry Purcell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Six German Dances, K.536: No. 1 in CWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 4 in E Minor for 4 Violins, RV 550: 1. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Carmel Kaine, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Ouverture a 7 concertanti In F Major: 5. FoliaJan Dismas Zelenka, Camerata Bern, Alexander van Wijnkoop
Fidelio, Op. 72 / Act 1: MarschLudwig van Beethoven, Staatskapelle Dresden, Bernard Haitink
Symphony No. 5 in D Major: 2. Tempo di gavottaWilliam Boyce, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
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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