Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with John C. Williams' "The Baroque Album," released on April 1, 1988, under Sony Classical. This exquisite collection of Baroque masterpieces showcases Williams' virtuosity and deep connection with the music of this rich historical period. Spanning a concise yet captivating 57 minutes, the album features a diverse range of compositions, from the intricate Bourrée alla Polacca to the hauntingly beautiful Chaconne from Bach's Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, transcribed for guitar by Williams himself. The album also includes works by Scarlatti, Rameau, and Couperin, each piece meticulously selected and performed to highlight the essence of the Baroque era. Williams' delicate touch and profound understanding of these compositions make "The Baroque Album" a captivating journey through the heart of classical music.
(P) 1988 Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
Tracks
Bourrée alla PolaccaGeorg Philipp Telemann, John C. Williams
Keyboard Sonata in E Major, K. 380 (Arr. J. Williams for Guitar)Domenico Scarlatti, John C. Williams
Sonata in D Minor, K. 213, L. 108Domenico Scarlatti, John C. Williams
Sonata in A Major, K. 322, L. 483Domenico Scarlatti, John C. Williams
Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: V. Chaconne (Transcribed for Guitar by John Williams)Johann Sebastian Bach, John C. Williams
Pièces de Clavecin, Book 2, Ordre VI: No. 5, Les baricades mistérieusesFrançois Couperin, John C. Williams
Pièces de Clavecin, Book 2, Ordre VI: No. 1, Les MoissonneursFrançois Couperin, John C. Williams
Sonata in A Minor, K. 175, L. 429Domenico Scarlatti, John C. Williams
Sonata in D Major, K. 159, L. 104Domenico Scarlatti, John C. Williams
PassacagliaLudovico Roncalli, John C. Williams
FantaisieSilvius Leopold Weiss, John C. Williams
Tombeau (sur la mort) de M. CajetanSilvius Leopold Weiss, John C. Williams
PassacagliaSilvius Leopold Weiss, John C. Williams
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