Dive into the timeless elegance of classical music with Johann Sebastian Bach's "10 Great Composers" - Violin Works, a meticulously curated collection of violin masterpieces set to release on July 28, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This album is a celebration of Bach's unparalleled genius, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase his extraordinary skill and innovation.
Spanning a little over an hour and twenty-two minutes, the album is a rich tapestry of classical piano and violin works, including some of Bach's most renowned pieces such as the "Inventions," "Romanian Folk Dances," and "Hungarian Dances." The tracklist also features lesser-known gems like the "Duet for Recorder and Violin" and the "Sonata in B minor," offering a comprehensive exploration of Bach's violin repertoire.
Each piece is a testament to Bach's ability to blend technical virtuosity with profound emotional depth. From the lively and spirited "Allegro" movements to the serene and contemplative "Adagio" passages, the album takes you on a journey through a wide range of moods and styles. The inclusion of works by other composers, such as Vivaldi's "La stravaganza" and Bartók's "Romanian Folk Dances," adds a layer of diversity and richness to the collection.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "10 Great Composers" - Violin Works is an essential addition to your music library. It's a perfect blend of timeless classics and hidden treasures, all performed with the precision and passion that Johann Sebastian Bach's music deserves.
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 11 in D Major, RV 204: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Invention No. 8 in F Major, BWV 779Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Sonata for Keyboard and Violin in B-Flat Major, K. 15: II. Allegro graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gérard Poulet, Blandine Verlet
22 Scottish Songs, WoO 156: No. 1, UntitledLudwig van Beethoven, Nicola Benedetti, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Benjamin Grosvenor
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D Major for Violin, RV 230: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Sonata for Keyboard and Violin in A Major, K. 12: II. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cédric Tiberghien, Alina Ibragimova
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro Armonico" / Concerto No. 10 In B Minor For 4 Violins And Cello: LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Salvatore Accardo, Mariana Sirbu, Sylvie Gazeau, Victor Martin, I Solisti Di Napoli
Invention No. 3 in D Major, BWV 774Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 2 in G Minor for 2 Violins and Cello, RV 578: 1. Adagio e SpiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Elizabeth Wilcock, Monica Huggett, Susan Sheppard, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 16 in G Minor. PrestoNiccolò Paganini, Tanja Becker-Bender
Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56, BB 68: VI. Aprózó: Allegro - Più AllegroBéla Bartók, Akiko Suwanai, Itamar Golan
Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4Johannes Brahms, Leonidas Kavakos, Yuja Wang
Sonata in B minor, Op. 1, No. 9 - Version in D minor for Violin & Continuo: 6. (Allemande)George Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Iona Brown, Denis Vigay, Nicholas Kraemer
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 4: IV. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, The Locatelli Trio
12 Violin Sonatas, Op. 5 / Sonata No. 6 in A Major: 3. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Arthur Grumiaux, Riccardo Castagnone
Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): I. Joc cu bâta "Stick Dance"Béla Bartók, Susan Tomes, Krysia Osostowicz
Sonata in G, Op. 1, No. 9: 3. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Monica Huggett, Alison Bury, Hopkinson Smith, Ton Koopman, Jaap Ter Linden
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 5: I. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, The Locatelli Trio
Invention No. 12 in A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Sonata in B minor, Op. 1, No. 9 - Version in D minor for Violin & Continuo: 7. A tempo di menuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Iona Brown, Denis Vigay, Nicholas Kraemer
Sonata in B minor, Op. 1, No. 9 - Version in D minor for Violin & Continuo: 5. Alla breveGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Iona Brown, Denis Vigay, Nicholas Kraemer
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 11 in D Major, RV 204: 3. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56, BB 68: I. Bot Tánc: Allegro ModeratoBéla Bartók, Akiko Suwanai, Itamar Golan
Sonata in A major for Violin & Continuo, Op. 1 No. 14, HWV 372: 1. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Arthur Grumiaux, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
12 Violin Sonatas, Op. 5 / Sonata No. 4 in F Major: 2. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Arthur Grumiaux, Riccardo Castagnone
Spring Song, Op. 62 No. 6 (Arr. Kross for Violin and Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Christian Li, James Baillieu
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 1/10, HWV 368 (Doubtful): IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): II. Brâul "Sash Dance"Béla Bartók, Susan Tomes, Krysia Osostowicz
Choses vues à Droite et à Gauche (sans lunettes): Fantaisie musculaireErik Satie, Pascal Rogé, Chantal Juillet
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Violin Sonata No. 10 in G Major, Op. 96: III. Scherzo (Allegro)Ludwig van Beethoven, Henryk Szeryng, Ingrid Haebler
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 4: II. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, The Locatelli Trio
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D major for Solo Violin, RV 230: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, I Musici
Invention No. 5 in E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): IV. Buciumeana "Horn Dance"Béla Bartók, Krysia Osostowicz, Susan Tomes
Invention No. 7 in E Minor, BWV 778Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov
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