Immerse yourself in the intricate and expressive world of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach with his captivating collection of sonatas for keyboard and violin. Released on April 28, 2023, under the prestigious Channel Classics label, this album showcases the genius of one of the most influential composers of the Classical era. Spanning a total of 72 minutes, the album features a selection of sonatas that highlight Bach's innovative style and mastery of form.
The album opens with the intense and dramatic Violin Sonata in G Minor, H. 542.5, followed by the poignant and lyrical Violin Sonata in C Minor, H. 514, Wq. 78. The Arioso con variazioni per il cembalo e violino in A Major, Wq. 79 offers a delightful contrast with its playful and inventive variations. The album concludes with the charming and elegant Violin Sonata in D Major, H. 502, Wq. 71, featuring a delightful Menuet in its final movement.
Throughout the album, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's unique voice shines through, blending the formal structure of the Baroque era with the emerging sensibilities of the Classical period. His use of harmonic language, rhythmic vitality, and expressive phrasing creates a deeply engaging and rewarding listening experience. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album offers a rich and rewarding exploration of one of the most important composers of the 18th century.
2023 Channel Classics Records / Outhere Music France2023 Channel Classics Records / Outhere Music France
Tracks
Violon Sonata in G Minor, H. 542.5: I. [...]Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violon Sonata in G Minor, H. 542.5: II. AdagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violon Sonata in G Minor, H. 542.5: III. AllegroCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in C Minor, H. 514, Wq. 78: I. Allegro moderatoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in C Minor, H. 514, Wq. 78: II. Adagio ma non troppoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in C Minor, H. 514, Wq. 78: III. PrestoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Arioso con variazioni per il cembalo e violino in A Major, Wq. 79Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in B Minor, H. 512, Wq. 76: I. Allegro moderatoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in B Minor, H. 512, Wq. 76: II. Poco andanteCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in B Minor, H. 512, Wq. 76: III. Allegretto sicilianoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in D Major, H. 502, Wq. 71: I. Poco adagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in D Major, H. 502, Wq. 71: II. AllegroCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in D Major, H. 502, Wq. 71: III. AdagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
Violin Sonata in D Major, H. 502, Wq. 71: IV. Menuet I & IICarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Rachel Podger, Kristian Bezuidenhout
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