Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Air & Badinerie - Orchestral Suites," a masterful collection of orchestral suites and concertos that showcases the composer's unparalleled genius. Released on January 1, 2000, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album offers a rich tapestry of classical music that spans a little over an hour and eighteen minutes.
The album features some of Bach's most celebrated works, including the enchanting "Air" from the Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068, and the lively "Badinerie" from the Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067. These pieces, along with other orchestral suites and concertos, demonstrate Bach's extraordinary ability to blend intricate melodies with harmonious orchestration.
From the regal "Overture" of the Orchestral Suite No. 2 to the playful "Réjouissance" of the Orchestral Suite No. 4, each track is a testament to Bach's enduring influence on classical music. The album also includes the Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056, and the Concerto for 4 Harpsichords in A Minor, BWV 1065, offering a diverse range of compositions that highlight Bach's versatility and mastery.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Air & Badinerie - Orchestral Suites" is a captivating journey through the works of one of history's most revered composers. Let the timeless beauty of Bach's music transport you to a world of elegance and sophistication.
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: I. OvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: V. Polonaise I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: I. [Allegro]Johann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: III. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: I. OvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: III. Gavotte I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: V. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Concerto for 4 Harpsichords in A Minor, BWV 1065: I. [Allegro]Johann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Iwona Fütterer, Ulrike Schott, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Concerto for 4 Harpsichords in A Minor, BWV 1065: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Iwona Fütterer, Ulrike Schott, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Concerto for 4 Harpsichords in A Minor, BWV 1065: III. Finale. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Iwona Fütterer, Ulrike Schott, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: II. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: III. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: IV. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069: V. RéjouissanceJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter