Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's orchestral suites with this exquisite collection released by Naxos Special Projects. This album, "Bach: Air on the G String – Orchestral Suites," brings together three of Bach's most celebrated orchestral suites, performed with precision and grace. The suite in D Major, BWV 1068, opens with the grand "Ouverture" and includes the beloved "Air on the G String," a piece that has captivated audiences for centuries. The suite in C Major, BWV 1066, showcases a variety of dance movements, from the lively "Courante" to the delicate "Menuets." The suite in D Major, BWV 1069, concludes the collection with its refined and joyous "Réjouissance." Each suite is a masterclass in Baroque composition, highlighting Bach's unparalleled ability to blend complexity with beauty. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Spanning just over an hour, it's a perfect introduction to the orchestral suites of one of history's most influential composers.
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Tracks
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: I. OuvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air ("On the G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: III. Gavottes I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: V. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: I. OuvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: III. Gavottes I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: IV. ForlaneJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: V. Menuets I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: VI. Bourrées I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066: VII. Passepieds I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: I. OuvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: II. Bourrées I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: III. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: IV. Menuets I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: V. RéjouissanceJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák