Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of Johann Sebastian Bach with "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II." Released on December 12, 2006, by Naxos, this album is a comprehensive collection of Bach's intricate and profound compositions for the keyboard. Spanning a generous 3 hours and 10 minutes, it offers a deep dive into the Baroque era's most celebrated works.
The album features all 24 preludes and fugues from Book II of "The Well-Tempered Clavier," a collection that showcases Bach's unparalleled skill in counterpoint and harmony. Each piece is a testament to his genius, exploring a different key and offering a unique emotional and technical landscape. The preludes are often lyrical and expressive, while the fugues are complex and intellectually stimulating, demonstrating Bach's ability to weave multiple melodic lines into a cohesive whole.
In addition to the complete set of preludes and fugues, the album also includes the "Prelude, Fugue, and Allegro in E-Flat Major, BWV 998," adding an extra layer of richness to this already impressive collection. The performances are meticulously crafted, capturing the essence of Bach's music with clarity and precision.
This album is not just a collection of classical piano pieces; it's a journey through the mind of one of history's greatest composers. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the depths of Baroque music, "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II" offers an enriching and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 873Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 873Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 875Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 875Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 879Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 879Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 882Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 882Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 15 in G Major, BWV 884Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 884Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 887Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 887Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 19 in A Major, BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 889Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 889Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 890Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 890Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 891Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 891Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 23 in B Major, BWV 892Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 892Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 893Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 893Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
Prelude, Fugue and Allegro in e Flat-Major, BWV 998: FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska
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