Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Baroque era with "A Beautiful Afternoon in the Garden" - Baroque Classics by Johann Sebastian Bach. This exquisite collection, set to release on June 2, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of classical mastery and piano virtuosity. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 7 minutes, the album features 79 tracks that showcase the intricate compositions of Bach, alongside works by Antonio Vivaldi and Arcangelo Corelli.
The album opens with a captivating rendition of Trio Sonata No. 1 in E-Flat Major, BWV 525, transcribed for piano four hands by György Kurtág, setting the stage for a journey through some of the most beloved Baroque compositions. Highlights include Vivaldi's enchanting "La notte" concerto, Corelli's refined violin sonatas, and Bach's own profound works such as the Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor and the Partita for Violin Solo No. 3 in E.
Each piece is meticulously performed, bringing to life the rich harmonies and dynamic contrasts that define the Baroque period. The album is a testament to the enduring appeal of these compositions, offering a serene and sophisticated listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A Beautiful Afternoon in the Garden" - Baroque Classics promises to be a cherished addition to your music library.
Trio Sonata No. 1 in E-Flat Major, BWV 525: I. Allegro moderato (Transcr. Kurtág for Piano 4 Hands)Johann Sebastian Bach, Márta Kurtág, György Kurtág
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 1. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 2. Fantasmi (Presto)Antonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 3. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 4. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 5. Il sonno (Largo)Antonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 6. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
O Lamm Gottes unschuldig, BWV 1085 (Arr. Kurtág for Piano 4 Hands)Johann Sebastian Bach, Márta Kurtág, György Kurtág
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": I. Vivace - Grave (Rev. Vittorio Negri)Arcangelo Corelli, Felix Ayo, Arnaldo Apostoli, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, Guy Bovet, I Musici
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": II. Allegro (Rev. Vittorio Negri)Arcangelo Corelli, Felix Ayo, Arnaldo Apostoli, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, Guy Bovet, I Musici
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": III. Adagio - Allegro - Adagio (Rev. Vittorio Negri)Arcangelo Corelli, Felix Ayo, Arnaldo Apostoli, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, Guy Bovet, I Musici
Concerto grosso No. 12 in F Major, Op. 6/12: I. Preludio. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 12 in F Major, Op. 6/12: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 12 in F Major, Op. 6/12: III. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 12 in F Major, Op. 6/12: IV. Sarabanda. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 12 in F Major, Op. 6/12: V. Giga. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: I. Grave – AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: II. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: III. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: IV. AdagioFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: V. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Concerto a 5 in B flat, Op. 9, No. 1 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in B flat, Op. 9, No. 1 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in B flat, Op. 9, No. 1 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in A ,Op. 9, No. 4 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in A ,Op. 9, No. 4 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in A ,Op. 9, No. 4 for Violin, Strings, and Continuo - Rev. Giegling: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Felix Ayo, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 "Actus tragicus": I. SonatinaJohann Sebastian Bach, Márta Kurtág, György Kurtág
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: I. Preludio. Andante largoArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: II. Allemanda. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: III. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: IV. Andante largoArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: V. Sarabanda. LargoArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 6/11: VI. Giga. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: I. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: II. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: III. PrestoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, Camerata Bern, Erich Höbarth
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: I. LargoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: II. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: III. LargoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: IV. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Concerto grosso No. 7 in D Major, Op. 6/7: I. Vivace – AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Concerto grosso No. 7 in D Major, Op. 6/7: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Concerto grosso No. 7 in D Major, Op. 6/7: III. Andante largoArcangelo Corelli, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Concerto grosso No. 7 in D Major, Op. 6/7: IV. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Concerto grosso No. 7 in D Major, Op. 6/7: V. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Partita for Violin Solo No. 3 in E, BWV 1006: 1. PreludioJohann Sebastian Bach, Felix Ayo
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