Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Concertos for Oboe and Oboe d’amore," a meticulously crafted collection released on AVIE Records in 2014. This album showcases the brilliance of Bach's compositions, featuring reconstructions of harpsichord concertos adapted for oboe and oboe d’amore, performed by the talented Gonzalo X. Ruiz and Monica Huggett, accompanied by the Portland Baroque Orchestra.
The album spans a captivating 1 hour and 7 minutes, encompassing 16 tracks that encapsulate the essence of classical and classical piano genres. Highlights include the Concerto for Oboe in G Minor, BWV 1056R, and the Concerto for Oboe d’amore in A Major, BWV 1055R, both reconstructed with exquisite attention to detail. The album also features a transcription of the third movement from Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51, transcribed by Gonzalo X. Ruiz, adding a unique touch to the collection.
Each concerto is a testament to Bach's mastery, with movements ranging from the lively "Allegro" to the serene "Largo" and the spirited "Presto." The album is a celebration of Bach's enduring legacy, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression that continues to resonate with audiences today. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply enriching listening experience.
(C) 2014 Portland Baroque Orchestra
Tracks
Concerto for Oboe in G Minor, BWV 1056R: I. Moderato - Reconstruction of BWV 1056, Concerto in F Minor for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in G Minor, BWV 1056R: II. Largo - Reconstruction of BWV 1056, Concerto in F Minor for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in G Minor, BWV 1056R: III. Presto - Reconstruction of BWV 1056, Concerto in F Minor for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in F Major, BWV 1053R: I. Allegro - Reconstruction of BWV 1053, Concerto in E Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in F Major, BWV 1053R: II. Siciliano - Reconstruction of BWV 1053, Concerto in E Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in F Major, BWV 1053R: III. Allegro - Reconstruction of BWV 1053, Concerto in E Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in D Minor, BWV 1059R: I. Allegro - Reconstruction based on a concerto fragment of Cantatas 35 and 156Johann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in D Minor, BWV 1059R: II. Adagio - Reconstruction based on a concerto fragment and Cantatas 35 and 156Johann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe in D Minor, BWV 1059R: III. Presto - Reconstruction based on a concerto fragment and Cantatas 35 and 156Johann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe d’amore in A Major, BWV 1055R: I. Allegro - Reconstruction of BWV 1055, Concerto in A Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe d’amore in A Major, BWV 1055R: II. Larghetto - Reconstruction of BWV 1055, Concerto in A Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Oboe d’amore in A Major, BWV 1055R: III. Allegro ma non tanto - Reconstruction of BWV 1055, Concerto in A Major for HarpsichordJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: I. Allegro - Reconstruction of BWV 1060, Concerto in C Minor for Two HarpsichordsJohann Sebastian Bach, Monica Huggett, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: II. Adagio - Reconstruction of BWV 1060, Concerto in C Minor for Two HarpsichordsJohann Sebastian Bach, Monica Huggett, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: III. Allegro - Reconstruction of BWV 1060, Concerto in C Minor for Two HarpsichordsJohann Sebastian Bach, Monica Huggett, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51: III. Höchster, mache deine Güte - Transcribed by Gonzalo X. RuizJohann Sebastian Bach, Gonzalo X Ruiz, Monica Huggett, Portland Baroque Orchestra
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