Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Bach: The Landowska Recordings." This meticulously crafted album, released on December 2, 2005, under the prestigious RCA Red Seal label, offers a comprehensive journey through the first book and the opening piece of the second book of Bach's monumental "The Well-Tempered Clavier." Spanning a captivating 2 hours and 16 minutes, this collection is a testament to Bach's unparalleled mastery of the classical piano genre.
The album features all 48 preludes and fugues from Book I, along with the first prelude and fugue from Book II, showcasing Bach's extraordinary ability to explore the full range of musical emotions and technical challenges across every key. Each piece is a masterclass in composition, blending intricate counterpoint with profound expressiveness.
Bach's "The Well-Tempered Clavier" is not just a collection of exercises; it is a profound exploration of the possibilities of the keyboard. This album allows you to experience the full scope of Bach's genius, from the serene beauty of the Prelude in C Major to the intricate complexity of the Fugue in B Minor. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring relevance and brilliance of one of the greatest composers in history.
(P) 2005 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude I in CJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue I in CJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude II in C MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue II in C MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude III in C-SharpJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue III in C-SharpJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude IV in C-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue IV in C-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude V in DJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue V in DJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude VI in D MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue VI in D MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude VII in E-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue VII in E-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude VIII in E-Flat MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue VIII in D-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude IX in EJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue IX in EJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude X in E MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue X in E MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XI in FJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XI in FJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XII in F MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XII in F MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XIII in F-SharpJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XIII in F-SharpJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XIV in F-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XIV in F-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XV in GJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XV in GJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XVI in G MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XVI in G MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XVII in A-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XVII in A-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XVIII in G-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XVIII in G-Sharp MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XIX in AJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XIX in AJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XX in A MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XX in A MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XXI in B-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XXI in B-FlatJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XXII in B-Flat MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XXII in B-Flat MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XXIII in BJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XXIII in BJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Prelude XXIV in B MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: Fugue XXIV in B MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II, BWV 870-893: Prelude I in CJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II, BWV 870-893: Fugue I in CJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
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