Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Bach: Organ Music on Silbermann Organs, Vol. 3." This captivating collection, released on January 1, 1998, under the Berlin Classics label, showcases Bach's mastery of the organ through a meticulously curated selection of his most renowned works. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 35 minutes, this album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the timeless beauty of classical organ music.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including the majestic "Passacaglia in C minor, BWV 582," the intricate "Canonic Variations on Vom Himmel hoch da komm ich her, BWV 769," and the serene "Herzlich tut mich verlangen, BWV 727." Each piece is performed with exquisite precision and emotional depth, highlighting the unique qualities of the Silbermann organs.
Bach's "18 Chorales, BWV 651-668," also known as the "Leipziger Chorale," form the heart of this collection. These chorales, ranging from the contemplative "Fantasia super Komm heiliger Geist, BWV 651" to the triumphant "Allein Gott in der Hoh', BWV 662-664," demonstrate Bach's unparalleled ability to blend musical complexity with spiritual depth.
Complementing the chorales are other significant works such as "Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier, BWV 730," "Meine Seele erhebet den Herren, BWV 733," and "Nun freut euch, lieben Christen g'mein, BWV 734." These pieces, along with the playful "Partite diverse sopra Sei gegrusset, Jesu gutig, BWV 768," offer a comprehensive exploration of Bach's organ repertoire.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Bach: Organ Music on Silbermann Organs, Vol. 3" promises an enriching and deeply satisfying listening experience. This album is a celebration of Bach's genius and a tribute to the enduring power of classical organ music.
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Tracks
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Fantasia super Komm heiliger Geist, BWV 651Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Komm heiliger Geist, BWV 652Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": An Wasserflussen Babylon, BWV 653Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Schmucke dich, o liebe Seele, BWV 654Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Trio super Herr Jesu Christ, dich zu uns wend, BWV 655Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": O Lamm Gottes, unschuldig, BWV 656Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Nun danket alle Gott, BWV 657Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Von Gott will ich nicht lassen, BWV 658Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Nun komm der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Nun komm der Heiden Heiland, BWV 660Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Nun komm den Heiden Heiland, BWV 661Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Allein Gott in der Hoh', BWV 662Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Allein Gott in der Hoh', BWV 663Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Allein Gott in der Hoh', BWV 664Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Jesus Christus, under Heiland, BWV 665Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Jesus Christus, unser Heiland, Bwv 666Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Komm Gott Schopfer, BWV 667Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Vor deinen Thron, BWV 668Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier, BWV 730Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Meine Seele erhebet den Herren, BWV 733Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Nun freut euch, lieben Christen g'mein, BWV 734Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Fantasia super Valet will ich dir geben, BWV 735Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Valet will ich dir geben, BWV 736Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Vater unser im Himmelreich, BWV 737Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Otto
Canonic Variations on Vom Himmel hoch da komm ich her, BWV 769Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Albrecht
Passacaglia in C minor, BWV 582Johann Sebastian Bach, Hannes Kästner
Herzlich tut mich verlangen, BWV 727Johann Sebastian Bach, Hannes Kästner
Partite diverse sopra Sei gegrusset, Jesu gutig, BWV 768Johann Sebastian Bach, Hannes Kästner