Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach with his masterful composition, "Musical Offering, BWV 1079." Released on April 15, 1998, by Naxos, this classical piano album is a testament to Bach's unparalleled genius and his ability to weave intricate, captivating melodies. Spanning just under an hour, this album features a collection of canons and fugues, each showcasing Bach's extraordinary talent for counterpoint and musical innovation.
The "Musical Offering" is a profound exploration of musical forms, beginning with the intricate "Ricercar a 3" and culminating in the majestic "Ricercar Ă 6." The album includes a variety of canons, each with its unique character and complexity, such as the "Canon perpetuus super Thema Regium" and the playful "Canon 1. A 2: Canon cancrizans." The "Sonata sopra il Soggetto Reale" offers a dynamic contrast with its lively allegros and serene andantes.
This album is a must for any classical music enthusiast, offering a deep dive into Bach's contrapuntal mastery. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to classical music, "Musical Offering, BWV 1079" promises an enriching and intellectually stimulating experience.
1998 Naxos1998 Naxos
Tracks
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Ricercar a 3Johann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon perpetuus super Thema RegiumJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon 2. A 2 Violini in unisonoJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon 3. A 2 per Motum contrariumJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon 4. A 2 per Augmentationem, contrario MotuJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon 5. A 2: Canon circularis per TonosJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Sonata sopra il Soggetto Reale: LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Sonata sopra il Soggetto Reale: AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Sonata sopra il Soggetto Reale: AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Sonata sopra ill Soggetto Reale: AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 4Johann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Fuga canonica in EpidiapenteJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 Quaerendo invenietis: IJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 Quaerendo invenietis: IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 Quaerendo invenietis: IIIJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon a 2 Quaerendo invenietis: IVJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon 1. A 2: Canon cancrizansJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Canon perpetuus a Flauto traverso, Violino e Basso continuoJohann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana
Musikalisches Opfer, BWV 1079: Ricercar à 6Johann Sebastian Bach, Nils-Thilo Krämer, Ariane Pfister, Christian Benda, Sebastian Benda, Capella Istropolitana