Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with the Berliner Philharmoniker's "Bach & Beethoven: Orchestral Moments." This exquisite collection, released on May 30, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of two of the most influential composers in history. Spanning a rich 1 hour and 54 minutes, the album is a masterful blend of genres, including classical, orchestral, opera, and requiem, showcasing the Berliner Philharmoniker's unparalleled virtuosity and artistic depth.
The album features a stunning array of works, from Bach's iconic Orchestral Suites and Brandenburg Concertos to Beethoven's powerful symphonies and overtures. Each piece is a testament to the composers' genius and the orchestra's ability to bring their visions to life with breathtaking precision and passion. Highlights include the lively "Badinerie" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 2, the dramatic "Turkish March" from Beethoven's "Die Ruinen von Athen," and the soaring "Allegro assai" from Bach's Violin Concerto No. 2.
Recorded at various historic locations, including the Gemeindehaus Dahlem in Berlin and the Schauspielhaus in Berlin, the album captures the essence of these performances in stunning detail. The live recordings, such as the "Gavotte" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 and the "Finale" from Beethoven's Choral Fantasy, offer a unique glimpse into the orchestra's dynamic energy and the electric atmosphere of their performances.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Bach & Beethoven: Orchestral Moments" is a must-listen. The Berliner Philharmoniker's renditions of these timeless works are not just performances; they are experiences that will transport you to the heart of classical music's rich history and enduring legacy.
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: No. 7, Badinerie (Arr. Spindler for Oboe, Strings and Basso continuo)Johann Sebastian Bach, Albrecht Mayer, Berliner Barock Solisten
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 5, Kriegslied. Allegro assai con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. Bourrée - Live at Gemeindehaus Dahlem, Berlin, 1948Johann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 1]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 6, Trinklied. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: V. Gigue - Live at Gemeindehaus Dahlem, Berlin, 1948Johann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 7, Deutscher Tanz. WalzerLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 2]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 3, Jagdlied. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Die Weihe des Hauses, Op. 124: No. 4, Turkish MarchLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Choral Fantasy in C Minor for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra, Op. 80: II. Finale: c. Marcia, assai vivace - Allegro - Live at Schauspielhaus, Berlin, 1991Ludwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, Cheryl Studer, Kristina Clemenz, Camille Capasso, John Aler, Hiroshi Oshima, Friedrich Molsberger, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, RIAS Kammerchor
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4 in B-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 1, MarschLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113: No. 4, Turkish MarchLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernhard Klee
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderato [Reprise 4]Ludwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: II. Entracte. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 4, Romanze "Minnelied". AndantinoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: III. Gavotte I-II - Live at Gemeindehaus Dahlem, Berlin, 1948Johann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assai - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Adolf Scherbaum, Karlheinz Zoeller, Lothar Koch, Michel Schwalbé, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: VI. Entracte. Poco sostenuto e risolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Choral Fantasy in C Minor for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra, Op. 80: II. Finale: b. Adagio ma non troppo - Live at Schauspielhaus, Berlin, 1991Ludwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, Cheryl Studer, Kristina Clemenz, Camille Capasso, John Aler, Hiroshi Oshima, Friedrich Molsberger, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, RIAS Kammerchor
Egmont, Op. 84: VII. Clärchens Tod. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Christian Ferras, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Choral Fantasy in C Minor for Piano, Chorus and Orchestra, Op. 80: I. Adagio - Live at Schauspielhaus, Berlin, 1991Ludwig van Beethoven, Evgeny Kissin, Cheryl Studer, Kristina Clemenz, Camille Capasso, John Aler, Hiroshi Oshima, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Friedrich Molsberger, RIAS Kammerchor
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: V. Polonaise I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 8, Coda. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: V. Entracte. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Christian Ferras, Michel Schwalbé, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: II. Andante - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Adolf Scherbaum, Karlheinz Zoeller, Lothar Koch, Michel Schwalbé, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: I. [Allegro moderato]Johann Sebastian Bach, Christian Ferras, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: VIII. Melodram. Süßer SchlafLudwig van Beethoven, Erich Schellow, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major, BWV 1049: II. Andante - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Michel Schwalbé, Karlheinz Zoeller, Matthias Rütters, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Egmont, Op. 84: III. Entracte. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major, BWV 1046: I. [Allegro] - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Alan Civil, Shirley Hopkins, Karl Steins, Michel Schwalbé, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major, BWV 1049: III. Presto - Recorded 1964Johann Sebastian Bach, Michel Schwalbé, Karlheinz Zoeller, Matthias Rütters, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
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