Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with the album "J.S. Bach: Fugues for String Quartet from The Well-Tempered Clavier." Released in 2008 under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this classical masterpiece brings together a collection of fugues from Bach's iconic "The Well-Tempered Clavier," meticulously arranged for string quartet. Spanning 58 minutes, the album features 22 tracks, each a testament to Bach's unparalleled compositional skill and the Emerson String Quartet's virtuosity. From the intricate harmonies of "Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2" to the dynamic energy of "Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/2 - Faster Version," this album offers a rich tapestry of musical exploration. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's work, this album is a captivating journey through some of the most profound and influential compositions in the history of Western music.
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 862/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 863/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 868/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886/2 (Arr. Förster for String Quartet in B-Flat Major)Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 891/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 892/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet, Da-Hong Seetoo
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 867/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Da-Hong Seetoo, Emerson String Quartet
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/2 - Faster VersionJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
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