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gentle classical peace - johann sebastian bach

Gentle Classical Peace

Johann Sebastian Bach

2025
100 tracks
2 uur, 17 min
classical

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the serene and tranquil world of "Gentle Classical Peace," a captivating album set to release on February 23, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical/Sony Music label. This exquisite collection, featuring the timeless compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach, offers a soothing escape from the everyday, inviting you to unwind and find solace in the beauty of classical music.

Spanning a generous 2 hours and 17 minutes, "Gentle Classical Peace" is a meticulously curated selection of beloved classics and enchanting variations, each piece carefully arranged to evoke a sense of peace and tranquility. From the delicate "Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation" to the ethereal "Joy," inspired by Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and Beethoven's "Ode to Joy," this album is a testament to the enduring power of classical music to heal and inspire.

The album features a diverse range of instruments, including piano, cello, violin, viola, and harpsichord, each bringing its unique voice to the ensemble. Notable arrangements include the "Goldberg Reflections Aria" for violin, string orchestra, and harpsichord, and the "Moonlight Sonata Variation," a hauntingly beautiful rendition of Beethoven's iconic piano sonata. The "Thaïs Meditation," arranged for violin, cello, and piano, is another standout piece, its lush harmonies and soaring melodies a testament to the album's rich musical tapestry.

"Gentle Classical Peace" is not just an album; it's an experience, a journey through the timeless compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach, reimagined for the modern listener. Whether you're seeking relaxation, inspiration, or simply a moment of respite from the world, this album is your sanctuary, a place to find peace and tranquility in the beauty of classical music.

23 februari 2025(P) 2025 Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH

Tracks

Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation (From Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Gabriele Bagnati
2:03
Liszt: Liebestraum Variation (After Liebesträume, S.541, No. 3, Arr. for Piano by E. M. Fard)Franz Liszt, Louis Philippson
2:59
Wagner Rheingold Vorspiel Variation (From Rheingold, WWV 86a, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Richard Wagner, Gabriele Bagnati, Louis Philippson
2:32
Jesu meine Freude, BWV 1105 (Choral Prelude, Arr. for Cello and Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Jan Vogler, Martin Stadtfeld
2:20
Vivaldi Variation (Arr. for Piano from Concerto for Strings in G Minor, RV 156 by F. Christl)Antonio Vivaldi, Florian Christl
1:54
Suite from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 492 (Arr. for String Quartet by Jan Vogler): No. 7 Andante con moto: "Sagt, holde Frauen, die ihr sie kennt"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jan Vogler, Colin Jacobsen, Mira Wang, Tatjana Masurenko
2:13
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Ombra mai fu (Arr. for Cello and Piano)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:37
Du bist wie eine Blume, Op. 25, No. 24 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
1:40
Air Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
2:39
Goldberg Reflections Aria for Violin, String Orchestra & HarpsichordWolf Kerschek, Niklas Liepe, Nils Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips
3:46
Die Zauberflöte: Aria Variation (Arr. for Piano from K. 620 by Vivan und Ketan Bhatti)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Olga Scheps
2:56
Für Elise Variation (From Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
2:40
Aria Variation (From Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
2:11
Joy (After Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147, No. 10 and Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, Op.125: IV. "Ode to Joy")Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:51
Double Concerto for Violin, Cello, Strings and Continuo in B-Flat Major, RV 547: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Jan Vogler, Giuliano Carmignola
1:46
Mendelssohn Variation (From Violin Concerto, Op.64/ MWV O14, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Felix Mendelssohn, Gabriele Bagnati
2:11
Liebesliederwalzer, Op. 52: No. 6, Ein kleiner hübscher VogelJohannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Maximilian Hornung, Nicholas Rimmer
2:33
Widmung, Op. 25, No. 1Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer
2:04
Stücke für Klavier, Op. 118: V. Romanze in F Major (Andante)Johannes Brahms, David Theodor Schmidt
3:45
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
4:43
Salut d'amour, Op. 12 (Arr. for Cello and Piano by Julian Riem)Edward Elgar, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:32
Lied ohne Worte No. 18 in A-Flat Major, Op. 38, No. 6, "Duetto"Felix Mendelssohn, David Theodor Schmidt
2:28
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, "Winter", Arr. for Violoncello: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sol Gabetta, I Sonatori de la Gioiosa Marca
1:50
An die Nachtigall. Op. 46, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
2:55
Bach: Prelude Piano Variation (After Cello Suite No. 1, BWV 1007, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Johann Sebastian Bach, Louis Philippson
1:58
Suleika, Op. 34, No. 4Felix Mendelssohn, Nils Mönkemeyer
1:57
Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4 (Arr. for Viola and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer
1:41
Canon, P.37 (Arr. for Piano four hands by Martin Stadtfeld)Johann Pachelbel, Martin Stadtfeld, Lilian Akopova
3:44
Handel Sarabande Variation (Arr. for Piano from Sarabande, HWV 437)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
1:28
Rinaldo, HWV 7: Lascia ch'io pianga (Arr. for Piano)George Frideric Handel, Martin Stadtfeld
4:28
Nocturnes, Op. 32: II. Lento (Arr. for Cello & Piano by Julian Riem)Frédéric Chopin, Olga Scheps, Raphaela Gromes
2:45
Mozart Lacrimosa Variation (From Requiem, K. 626, Arr. for Piano and Cello by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati, Raphaela Gromes
2:57
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
4:09
Alcina, HWV 34: Verdi prati (Arr. for Cello & Harpsichord by Julian Riem)George Frideric Handel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
3:32
Myrthen, Op. 25: I. Widmung (Arr. for Cello & Piano)Robert Schumann, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
2:06
Tannhäuser, WWV 70: Lied an den Abendstern (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Richard Wagner, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
3:24
Rêverie au bord de la mer, WoOJacques Offenbach, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem
4:24
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 Variation (After Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Philippson
2:52
Air Piano Variation (From Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gabriele Bagnati
2:31
Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major, BWV 1046: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Barock Solisten, Reinhard Goebel
2:33
Wiegala (Arr. for Violin and String Quintet by Esther Abrami)Ilse Weber, Esther Abrami, Esther Abrami Ensemble
3:02
Mozart Symphony 40 Variation (From Symphony No. 40, K. 550, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gabriele Bagnati
2:41
Moonlight Sonata Variation (From Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, Arr. by Svetoslav Karparov)Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriele Bagnati
3:24
Als die alte Mutter mich noch lehrte singen, Op. 55, No. 4 (Arr. for Violin and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Charlie Siem, Munich Radio Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
2:05
Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469 (Arr. for Violin, String Quintet & Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Norwegian String Quintet, Tim Allhoff
2:29
Wenn ich ein Vöglein wär, Op. 43, No. 1 (Arr. for Viola, Cello and Piano)Robert Schumann, Nils Mönkemeyer, Nicholas Rimmer, Hannah Weber
1:37
Klänge, Op. 66/1Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
1:33
Wie bist du meine Königin, Op. 32/9Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
3:38
Cello Concerto No. 2 in D Major, Hob. VIIb:2: II. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Maximilian Hornung, Antonello Manacorda
5:08
Wie Melodien zieht es mir, Op. 105/1Johannes Brahms, Nils Mönkemeyer
2:28

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About Johann Sebastian Bach

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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