Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Baroque era with "A Baroque Portrait: Bach, Handel, Vivaldi & More" by Johann Sebastian Bach. This exquisite collection, set for release on October 27, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of classical mastery and piano virtuosity. Spanning a concise yet captivating 68 minutes, the album is a journey through the intricate compositions of Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi, offering a rich tapestry of musical brilliance.
The album opens with Bach's Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999, setting the stage for a diverse array of works that showcase the depth and versatility of the Baroque period. From the lively Allegro molto of Vivaldi's Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G minor, R. 152, to the serene beauty of Handel's Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1, each track is a testament to the composers' enduring legacy. The inclusion of Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F, BWV 1047, and the intricate Canon II from the Musical Offering, BWV 1079, adds layers of complexity and sophistication to the listening experience.
The album is a harmonious blend of solo and orchestral pieces, featuring works like the Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Harpsichord in F RV 442 and the Sinfonia No. 12 in A Major, BWV 798. The inclusion of Vivaldi's La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in G Major, RV 185, Op. 4 No. 7, and the Concerto for 4 Violins in F Major, Op. 3/7, RV 567 (L'estro armonico No. 7), highlights the dynamic interplay between soloists and ensemble.
"Prelude & Fugue in E Minor (Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, No. 10), BWV 855: II. Fugue" is a standout piece, showcasing Bach's unparalleled skill in counterpoint and harmony. The album also includes the lively Badinerie from Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067, and the elegant Menuet from French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814, offering a glimpse into the diverse styles and moods of the Baroque era.
Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A Baroque Portrait: Bach, Handel, Vivaldi & More" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Baroque music, capturing the essence of a bygone era with timeless elegance and sophistication.
Prelude in C Minor "pour la lute", BWV 999Johann Sebastian Bach, Lang Lang
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G minor, R. 152: 1. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor (Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, No. 10), BWV 855: II. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1: I. LargoArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1: III. Largo - AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1: IV. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 1: V. LargoArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F, BWV 1047: 1. (Without Tempo Indication) - SnippetJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia No. 12 in A Major, BWV 798Johann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson
2. Andante (Capriccio in B flat)Johann Sebastian Bach, Friedrich Gulda
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6, No. 9: I. Preludio: LargoArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6, No. 9: II. Allemande: AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6, No. 9: III. Corrente: VivaceArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6, No. 9: IV. Gavotta: AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Friedrich Gulda
Fantasia in C Major, H. 291: III. Presto di moltoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Harpsichord in F RV 442: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Copley, Camerata Bern, Thomas Füri
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: II. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Freie Fantasie fürs Clavier in F-Sharp Minor, H. 300: VII. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VI. Alla breve. ModeratoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 8 in F Major, BWV 794Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 10 in G Major, BWV 796Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurizio Pollini
Musikalisches Opfer, BWV 1079: Canon II, a 2 violini in unisonoJohann Sebastian Bach, Kurt Guntner, Otto Büchner, Fritz Kiskalt
Fantasia in C Major, H. 291: I. Presto di moltoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Marc-André Hamelin
Concerto a due cori No. 3, HWV 334: I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Mutter's Virtuosi
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: 4g. Canon perpetuus super thema regiumJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in B minor, R.168: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 2, HWV 333: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Hedwig Bilgram, English Chamber Orchestra, Karl Richter
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in G Major, RV 185, Op. 4 No. 7: III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 4 Violins in F Major, Op. 3/7, RV 567 (L'estro armonico No. 7): II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Violin Sonata No. 6 in G Major, BWV 1019: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Goebel, Robert Hill
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Otto Büchner, Franz Berger, Hans Melzer, Karl Richter, Bamberger Symphoniker, Fritz Lehmann
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in D Major, RV 204, Op. 4 No. 11: III. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Concerto for Strings in B-Flat Major, RV 166: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in D minor, R.127: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814: Va. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Mahan Esfahani
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Oboe, Strings and B.c. "Voli per l'aria": Adagio (from Organconcerto op.4,3, HWV 291)George Frideric Handel, Albrecht Mayer, Sinfonia Varsovia, Jakub Haufa, Monika Razynska
Musikalisches Opfer, BWV 1079: Canon IV, a 2 per augmentationem, contrario motuJohann Sebastian Bach, Kurt Guntner, Otto Büchner, Siegfried Meinecke
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