Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful compositions with the album "Bach: Suites for Solo Cello, Nos 1, 2, 3 & 4." Released on February 9, 2017, under the Mangora Classical label, this collection showcases the first four of Bach's renowned Six Suites for Solo Cello, BWV 1007-1010. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this album is a testament to Bach's genius and the profound expressiveness of the cello.
Each suite is a journey through a variety of dance movements, including the Praeludium, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, and concluding with either Menuets or Bourées and a Gigue. These intricate and beautifully structured pieces highlight the technical prowess and emotional depth that Bach infused into his music. The album features some of the most celebrated movements from the suites, such as the Allemande and Courante from Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007, and the Sarabande from Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008.
The album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the rich heritage of Baroque music. Bach's Suites for Solo Cello are not only a cornerstone of the cello repertoire but also a valuable platform for cellists to interpret and bring their unique voice to these timeless works. Whether you are a seasoned listener or new to classical music, this album offers a captivating and enriching experience.
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Tracks
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PraeludiumJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: V. MenuetsJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: I. PraeludiumJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: V. MenuetsJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: I. PraeludiumJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: V. BouréesJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: I. PraeludiumJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: V. BouréesJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
6 Cello Suites, No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
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