"Bagatelle" - A Moment of Calm by Johann Sebastian Bach is a serene and captivating classical piano album, set to be released on September 13, 2025, under Sony Classical. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 44 minutes, this album is a testament to Bach's timeless compositions, offering a tranquil escape into the world of classical music.
The album features a diverse range of Bach's works, from well-known pieces like the "Prelude in B Minor" and "Ave verum corpus" to lesser-known gems such as "Elegiaco" from the 13 Pieces for Piano, Op. 76. The tracklist also includes arrangements and interpretations by other notable musicians, adding a unique twist to Bach's original compositions.
Fans of classical piano will appreciate the meticulous selection of pieces that showcase Bach's mastery of the instrument. The album's title, "Bagatelle" - A Moment of Calm, reflects the soothing and introspective nature of the music, providing a perfect backdrop for relaxation and contemplation.
Whether you're a long-time admirer of Johann Sebastian Bach or a newcomer to classical music, this album promises a delightful journey through some of Bach's most enchanting works. Immerse yourself in the rich, melodic landscapes of "Bagatelle" - A Moment of Calm and experience the enduring beauty of Bach's music.
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Tracks
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 19b: No. 6 in G Minor. Andante sostenuto, MWV U 78 "Venetian Gondola Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Igor Levit
Vogel als Prophet, Op. 82: No. 7Robert Schumann, Arthur Rubinstein
Moment Musical, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor - without ApplauseFranz Schubert, Lucas Debargue
Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467 "Elvira Madigan": II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, English Chamber Orchestra, Murray Perahia
Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Igor Levit
The Seasons, Op. 37b: V. May, "White Nights"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Yefim Bronfman
Cantata, BWV 167: Sei Lob und Preis mit EhrenJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin & James Halliday )Antonio Vivaldi, Miloš Karadaglić, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Les Barricades MystérieusesFrançois Couperin, Khatia Buniatishvili
La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Comptine d'un autre été: L'après-midiYann Tiersen, Lavinia Meijer
First PoemFederico Albanese
Respiro 6Olivia Belli
24 Preludes, Op. 11: No. 21 in B-Flat Major - AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Mao Fujita
Sicilienne, Op. 78Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
Waltz in A Major, Op. 39, No. 15 (Version for piano 4-hands)Johannes Brahms, Igor Levit, Christian Thielemann
Purcell: Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626: When I am laid in earth (Dido's Lament)Henry Purcell, Khatia Buniatishvili
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma": Var. IX. (Nimrod). AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. posth (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Frédéric Chopin, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Fantasiestücke, Op. 12: 1. Des AbendsRobert Schumann, Arthur Rubinstein
24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87: Fugue No. 7 in A MajorDmitri Shostakovich, Igor Levit
Waltz No. 1 in A-Flat Major, Op. 69 "L'Adieu" - RemasteredFrédéric Chopin, Arthur Rubinstein
Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Lyric Pieces, Book III, Op.47: 3. Melody - LiveEdvard Grieg, Lucas Debargue
MilongaAlberto Ginastera, Xavier De Maistre
Keyboard Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11 (Paraphrase for Piano by Lucas Debargue)Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
Gnossienne No. 3Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc
Sonata in D Minor, K. 32 (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin)Domenico Scarlatti, Miloš Karadaglić
Ave verum corpus, K.618 (Arr. for Piano by Franz Liszt)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mao Fujita
Peace PieceBill Evans, Igor Levit
Rêverie, L. 68Claude Debussy, Philippe Entremont
Images, Livre I L.110: Reflets dans l'eauClaude Debussy, Michel Dalberto
24 Preludes, Op. 11: No. 11 in B Major - Allegro assaiAlexander Scriabin, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Philippe Entremont, Gaby Casadesus, Yo-Yo Ma, Michel Cerruti, Michel Cals, Régis Pasquier, Yan Pascal Tortelier, Gabin Lauridon, Gerard Causse, Alain Marion, Michel Arrignon
Sinfonia for Strings and Basso Continuo in C Major (From "L'Olimpiade RV 725"): II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Concerto Köln
BruyèresClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Andante from the Sonata for Solo Violin, BWV 1003 (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Song Without Words, Op. 40, No. 6 - RemasteredPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Philippe Entremont
Suite No. 2 for Jazz Orchestra: VII. Waltz IIDmitri Shostakovich, Dmitri Kitayenko, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Hr-sinfonieorchester
13 Pieces for Piano, Op. 76: Elegiaco, No. 10Jean Sibelius, Leif Ove Andsnes
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Daniel Barenboim, Jacqueline du Pré, Philadelphia Orchestra
Sonata in A Major, K. 208, L. 238 - LiveDomenico Scarlatti, Lucas Debargue
Sonatina No. 1, Op. 67: III. Allegro moderatoJean Sibelius, Leif Ove Andsnes