Meditation And Reflection - Johann Sebastian Bach - Vinyl LP

Meditation And Reflection - Johann Sebastian Bach

Album Details

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach with the forthcoming album "Meditation And Reflection," set to release on October 21, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label. This exquisite collection of classical masterpieces spans a generous duration of 2 hours and 29 minutes, offering a profound journey through the rich tapestry of Bach's compositions.

The album features a diverse array of tracks, including the hauntingly beautiful "Elegy for English Horn, Harp & String Orchestra," the introspective "Prelude in B Minor," and the iconic "Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 'Für Elise.'" Each piece is meticulously crafted, showcasing Bach's unparalleled ability to evoke deep emotion and contemplation.

"Meditation And Reflection" is not just a compilation of Bach's works; it is a testament to his enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire. Prepare to be transported to a world of serenity and reflection, where the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach shines brightly.

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Tracks

Elegy for English Horn, Harp & String OrchestraPeter Boyer, Christine Pendrill, Bryn Lewis, London Symphony Orchestra
3:30
No. 2, Melody, Post scriptumValentin Silvestrov, Inna Galatenko, Oleg Bezborodko, Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Lyndon-Gee
3:45
II. ElegieKemal Belevi, Silvia Grasso, Livio Grasso
3:26
No. 2, Shadow No MoreWilliam McClelland, Blair McMillen
1:44
No. 3: At an Old Trysting PlaceEdward MacDowell, James Barbagallo
1:35
MeditationPaul Lewis, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
2:47
Prelude in B Minor, VL 182aMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, Mūza Rubackytė
2:09
No. 17, The Young Bride. Adagio [Original Version]Béla Bartók, Fülöp Ránki
1:10
Adagio for Cello & Piano, Op. 97bisSergei Prokofiev, Gabriel Schwabe, Roland Pöntinen
4:34
III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Gabriel Schwabe, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Ward
4:12
IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jeffrey McFadden
3:29
Air in G Minor (Orch. A. Camden)George Frideric Handel, Anthony Camden, City of London Sinfonia, Nicholas Ward
3:03
II. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Jozsef Kiss, Budapest Ferenc Erkel Chamber Orchestra
4:21
II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Bela Sztankovitz, Zoltan Tokos, Budapest Strings
3:38
No. 1, Preludio saudadeAgustín Barrios Mangoré, Graham Anthony Devine
2:10
II. CanzoneVirgilio Mortari, Elisa Netzer
1:12
II. Tempo di minuetto con espressione e andanteMuzio Clementi, HyeJin Kim
2:32
Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
3:06
II. CantabileLuigi Boccherini, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda
3:00
II. AdagioLouis Spohr, Ernst Ottensamer, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Johannes Wildner
3:30
No. 2 Siesta (Slowly, swayingly)Edward MacDowell, James Barbagallo
1:51
I. EvocaciónJose Luis Merlin, Jason Vieaux
1:36
Prelude in A Minor, Op. 8, VL 188 (Arr. J. Daunytė for Harp)Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, Joana Daunytė
2:36
Une larme (a Tear)Modest Mussorgsky, Jenő Jandó
3:12
Variation 9: Nimrod (Arr. E. Ball for wind ensemble)Edward Elgar, Black Dyke Band, Nicholas Childs
4:06
IntermezzoErich Wolfgang Korngold, Holst Sinfonietta, Klaus Simon
2:34
No. 7, Floating CloudsTan Dun, Susan Chan
2:33
No. 4, Quite Slow and SadEdward Gregson, Murray McLachlan, Rose McLachlan
2:17
No. 1Erik Satie, Klara Kormendi
2:41
No. 3, Lento placidoFranz Liszt, Philip Thomson
3:29
No. 1, ModéréNadia Boulanger, Nicolas Altstaedt, José Gallardo
2:39
No. 4, Larghetto, con moto poco rubatoValentin Silvestrov, Elisaveta Blumina, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Sanderling
4:39
Nocturne No. 2 in C Minor, H. 25John Field, Benjamin Frith
3:42
No. 2 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
4:31
No. 5 Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Boris Giltburg
4:06
Preludio for PianoCamillo Togni, Aldo Orvieto
1:37
Koojo No TsukiRentaro Taki, Marc Grauwels
1:51
No. 26, Dance with Me. AndanteBéla Bartók, Fülöp Ránki
0:42
No. 1, LentoTibor Harsanyi, Birgit Ramsl, Gottlieb Wallisch
3:04
III. AdagioFerdinand Ries, Jürgen Demmler, Peter Grabinger, Markus Tillier
4:32
III. ModeratoClara Schumann, Yoshiko Iwai
4:36
I. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Sarah McMahon, Silas Wollston
2:41
Elegy No. 1 in D MajorGiovanni Bottesini, Andrew Burashko, Joel Quarrington
4:35
MelodieMax Reger, Jean Martin
2:02
Prelude in F-Sharp Major, Op. 6 No. 1, VL 184 "Viešpaties Angelas" (Arr. J. Daunytė for Harp)Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, Joana Daunytė
3:14
No. 3, Andante religiosoChristian Sinding, Henning Kraggerud, Christian Ihle Hadland
4:17
No. 24 in D MinorManuel Ponce, Adam Holzman
1:46
Das Lebewohl von VenedigCarl Filtsch, Hubert Rutkowski
3:38
I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Maria Kliegel
2:50
Prelude in G MinorAlessandro De Marchi, Andreas Greger
1:55

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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.