Classical Guitar

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Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterpieces, reimagined for the classical guitar in this exquisite 2025 release from Naxos Special Projects. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 28 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of 47 meticulously arranged pieces, showcasing the profound depth and versatility of Bach's compositions. From the hauntingly beautiful "Cavatina" from The Deer Hunter to the enchanting "Clair de Lune" and the iconic "Air on the G String," each track is a testament to the enduring brilliance of Bach's work. The album also features beloved classics like "Träumerei," "Recuerdos de la Alhambra," and "Over the Rainbow," each reworked to highlight the guitar's expressive range. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, showcasing the universal appeal of Bach's music through the intimate and resonant medium of the classical guitar.

May 15, 20252025 Naxos Records2025 Naxos Records

Tracks

No. 3, Allegro solemneAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Graham Anthony Devine
3:23
The Deer Hunter: Cavatina (Arr. for Guitar by John Williams)Stanley Myers, Norbert Kraft
3:34
VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Jeffrey McFadden
3:03
3 Intermezzos, Op. 117: No. 1 in E-Flat Major (Arr. for Guitar by Lovro Peretić)Johannes Brahms, Lovro Peretić
4:51
XXXIII. Canzone siciliana sul nome Gangi (Mario Gangi)Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Andrea de Vitis
3:33
Preludio in C MinorAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Celil Refik Kaya
2:13
SarabandeFrancis Poulenc, Pierre Laniau
3:09
No. 5, Les baricades mistérieuses (Arr. X. Jara for Guitar)François Couperin, Xavier Jara
3:29
V. Asturias "Leyenda"Isaac Albéniz, Norbert Kraft
6:24
Passacaglia in D Major (Arr. D. Cerović for Guitar)Silvius Leopold Weiss, Danijel Cerovic
5:26
Gabriel's Oboe (Arr. C. Marchione for guitar)Ennio Morricone, Adriano Del Sal
2:45
III. Clair de lune (Arr. R. MacDonald & T.A. Smith for 2 Guitars)Claude Debussy, ChromaDuo
5:03
No. 11, Yesterday (After McCartney & Lennon)Toru Takemitsu, Shin-ichi Fukuda
3:18
II. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Judicaël Perroy
7:24
No. 7, TräumereiRobert Schumann, Volker Höh
3:19
No. 1, AllegroWilliam Walton, Rovshan Mamedkuliev
4:08
No. 1, Canción de cunaLeo Brouwer, Marco Tamayo
4:07
Guitar Sonata in C Minor, MS 84 No. 33Niccolò Paganini, Giuseppe Buscemi
2:49
Beatriz (Arr. M. Pereira for Guitar)Edu Lobo, Graham Anthony Devine
3:34
V. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Volker Höh
3:47
Homenaje pour le tombeau de Claude DebussyManuel de Falla, Pablo Sainz Villegas
3:47
II. Air ("On a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Volker Höh
4:28
Recuerdos de la AlhambraFrancisco Tárrega, Andrea González Caballero
4:29
Vals No. 3 (Vals criollo)Antonio Lauro, Adam Holzman
1:36
No. 5 in D Major "Homenagem à Vida Social"Heitor Villa-Lobos, Raphaël Feuillâtre
4:36
Keyboard Sonata in D Minor, K.32/L.423/P.14 (arr. Kyuhee Park for guitar)Domenico Scarlatti, Kyuhee Park
2:18
No. 17 in D Major, Op. 35Fernando Sor, Norbert Kraft
1:21
I. EvocaciónJose Luis Merlin, Jason Vieaux
1:36
XXXVI. Sarabande on the Name of Rey de la TorreMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Andrea de Vitis
2:37
III. IdilioRegino Sáinz de la Maza, Franz Halász
1:29
IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jeffrey McFadden
2:05
Home Sweet Home (Arr. J. Holland for Guitar)Henry Rowley Bishop, Christopher Mallett
4:49
Evening at HomeDarko Nikčević
3:34
Quasi ad libitum (Sentimental) [arr. J. McFadden]Enrique Granados, Jeffrey McFadden
1:46
No. 3, MarietaFrancisco Tárrega, Norbert Kraft
2:17
No. 2, EstrellitaManuel Ponce, Adam Holzman
2:24
III. AndantinoLeo Brouwer, Gerald Garcia
2:10
No. 2, The Lark in the Clear AirAnthony Burgess, Mēla Guitar Quartet
2:01
No. 3, Canción del hada rubia (Arr. P. Romero for Guitar)Joaquín Rodrigo, Celil Refik Kaya
1:21
II. Bayberry CresentDale Kavanagh
4:01
No. 2, Over the RainbowHarold Arlen, Shin-ichi Fukuda
2:41
No. 1 in C MajorFernando Sor, Nicholas Goluses
0:44
Leccion No. 15Dionisio Aguado, Norbert Kraft
1:21
Sonata in B Major: Larghetto (Arr. J. Bream for guitar)Domenico Cimarosa, Steve Kostelnik
2:09
IV. Berceuse - Boîte à musiqueAlexandre Tansman, Andrea de Vitis
2:08
Sons de carrilhões (Arr. I. Paschoito for guitar)João Pernambuco, Pedro Aguiar
2:26
No. 13, Canco del lladreMiguel Llobet Solés, Anabel Montesinos
2:12

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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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