Christoph Harer presents "BACH Reconstructed," a meticulously crafted album set to release on July 5, 2024, under the audite Musikproduktion label. This impressive collection showcases Harer's unique transcriptions of Johann Sebastian Bach's timeless works, reimagined for a fresh and captivating listening experience. Spanning a total of 64 minutes, the album features three concertos, each comprising multiple movements, all derived from Bach's original compositions.
Harer's transcriptions are not merely arrangements but thoughtful reconstructions that highlight the intricate beauty of Bach's music. The album opens with the Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1, a vibrant and dynamic piece that draws from Bach's Christmas Oratorio and Aria variata alla maniera italiana. The second concerto, based on BWV 1064, offers a blend of allegro and adagio movements, showcasing the contrast and harmony inherent in Bach's work. The final concerto, Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3, is a multi-movement suite that incorporates elements from various Bach compositions, including a sonata for viola da gamba and harpsichord, a triple concerto, and an English suite for harpsichord.
Christoph Harer's "BACH Reconstructed" is a testament to the enduring appeal of Bach's music and the creative potential of transcription. Whether you're a seasoned Bach enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a fresh perspective on some of the most beloved compositions in classical music history.
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: I. Vivace (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: Opening chorus of the fifth Cantata)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Harer, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 1 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 2 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 3. Più Allegro (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 4 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 5 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 6 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 7 (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: II. Aria - Variation 8. Tempo Primo (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: III. Adagio ad Libitum (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Aria variata alla maniera italiana BWV 989)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 1: IV. Presto (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Italian Concerto in F Major, BWV 971)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Harer, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 2 after BWV 1064: I. Allegro (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Concerto for Three Harpsichords, Strings, and Basso Continuo in C Major, BWV 1064)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 2 after BWV 1064: II. Adagio (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Concerto for Three Harpsichords, Strings, and Basso Continuo in C Major, BWV 1064)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 2 after BWV 1064: III. Allegro (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Concerto for Three Harpsichords, Strings, and Basso Continuo in C Major, BWV 1064)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3: I. Allegro (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Sonata for Viola da Gamba and Harpsichord, BWV 1029)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Harer, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3: II. Adagio ma non tanto e Dolce (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Triple Concerto, BWV 1044 and Organ Trio Sonata, BWV 527)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3: III. Gavotte I - Gavotte II (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's English Suite for Harpsichord, BWV 808)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3: IV. Aria (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's "Gedenke doch, mein Geist, zurücke" BWV 509)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Harer, La Festa Musicale
Neubrandenburg Concerto No. 3: V. Allegro (Transcr. By Harer, after Bach's Overture in the French Style for Harpsichord, BWV 831)Christoph Harer, Johann Sebastian Bach, La Festa Musicale
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