Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Johann Christian Bach, the youngest son of the legendary Johann Sebastian Bach, with his captivating album "Bach, J.C.: Sinfonie Concertanti, Vol. 2". Released in 2010 under the Capriccio label, this classical masterpiece is a collection of sinfonia concertantes and concertos that showcase Bach's unique compositional style, blending the Baroque and Classical periods seamlessly.
The album features the talented Budapest Strings ensemble, along with notable soloists such as Janos Balint, Imre Kovács, Béla Bánfalvi, Gyorgi Papp, and Karoly Botvay. Their virtuosity shines through in each of the eleven tracks, offering a delightful mix of allegros, andantes, and minuets that will captivate any classical music enthusiast. The pieces, composed in various keys, provide a rich tapestry of sounds that highlight the expressive range of the instruments and the skill of the performers.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this album is a perfect companion for a relaxing evening or a focused listening session. Whether you're a longtime fan of Johann Christian Bach or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty and complexity of his compositions. Don't miss out on this exquisite addition to your classical music collection.
(C) 2010 Capriccio(P) 2010 Capriccio
Tracks
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C30: I. Allegro spirituosoJohann Christian Bach, Janos Balint, Imre Kovács, Béla Bánfalvi, Gyorgi Papp, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C30: II. AndanteJohann Christian Bach, Janos Balint, Imre Kovács, Béla Bánfalvi, Gyorgi Papp, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C30: III. AllegroJohann Christian Bach, Janos Balint, Imre Kovács, Béla Bánfalvi, Gyorgi Papp, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Concerto a più istrumenti in D Major, W. C35: I. AllegroJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Andrea Fenyvesi, Budapest Strings
Concerto a più istrumenti in D Major, W. C35: II. AndanteJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Andrea Fenyvesi, Budapest Strings
Concerto a più istrumenti in D Major, W. C35: III. MinuettoJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Andrea Fenyvesi, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C32: I. AllegroJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Zsuzsanna Nemeth, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C32: II. AndanteJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Zsuzsanna Nemeth, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in G Major, W. C32: III. MinuettoJohann Christian Bach, Béla Bánfalvi, Zsuzsanna Nemeth, Karoly Botvay, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in E-Flat Major, W. C37: I. AndanteJohann Christian Bach, Janos Balint, Lajos Lencsés, Budapest Strings
Sinfonia concertante in E-Flat Major, W. C37: II. AllegroJohann Christian Bach, Janos Balint, Lajos Lencsés, Budapest Strings