"Written on the Sky" - A Moment of Calm, by Johann Sebastian Bach, is a meticulously curated collection of classical piano masterpieces, set for release on August 3, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical label. This album is a testament to Bach's enduring legacy, featuring his iconic compositions alongside arrangements and works by other renowned composers, all performed with exquisite sensitivity and virtuosity.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 45 minutes, the album is a sanctuary of tranquility, offering a diverse range of pieces that showcase the depth and breadth of Bach's musical genius. From the serene and contemplative "Ave verum corpus" to the delicate elegance of "Gymnopédie No. 1" and the timeless beauty of "Cavatina," each track is a jewel in its own right. The album also includes beloved works such as "Für Elise" by Beethoven, "Clair de lune" by Debussy, and "Träumerei" from Schumann's "Kinderszenen," providing a rich tapestry of classical music that transcends time and genre.
The album's title, "Written on the Sky," evokes a sense of timelessness and transcendence, reflecting the eternal appeal of Bach's music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply immersive and calming experience. "Written on the Sky" is not just an album; it's a moment of calm, a musical oasis in the midst of life's hustle and bustle.
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Tracks
Ave verum corpus, K.618 (Arr. for Piano by Franz Liszt)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mao Fujita
Sonata in G Major, K. 431Domenico Scarlatti, Lucas Debargue
13 Pieces for Piano, Op. 76: Elegiaco, No. 10Jean Sibelius, Leif Ove Andsnes
Gymnopédie No. 1 (Transcr. for Guitar)Erik Satie, Pablo Sainz Villegas
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
solariRyuichi Sakamoto, Hayato Sumino
Bagatelle No. 25 in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Igor Levit
Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "On a G String" (Arr. for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lang Lang
Paraphrase on the Prelude in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872 (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: VII. TräumereiRobert Schumann, Khatia Buniatishvili
La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Cavatina (Arr. for Guitar by John Williams)Stanley Myers, Pablo Sainz Villegas
Andante from the Sonata for Solo Violin, BWV 1003 (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
Written on the SkyMax Richter, Lavinia Meijer
Hänsel und Gretel: AbendsegenEngelbert Humperdinck, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Rêverie, L. 68Claude Debussy, Philippe Entremont
Sonata in D Minor, K. 32Domenico Scarlatti, Lucas Debargue
Suite in B-Flat Major, HWV 434: IV. Menuet (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin)George Frideric Handel, Miloš Karadaglić
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation No. 18, Andante cantabileSergei Rachmaninoff, Leonard Bernstein, Gary Graffman, New York Philharmonic
Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, No. 5, BWV 639Johann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia
3 Gymnopédies: No. 1, Lent et douloureuxErik Satie, Khatia Buniatishvili
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Khatia Buniatishvili
MilongaAlberto Ginastera, Xavier De Maistre
Gnossienne No. 3Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc
Minuet in C-Sharp Minor, D. 600 with Trio in E Major, D. 610Franz Schubert, Arcadi Volodos
Consolation No. 3 in D-Flat Major, S. 172Franz Liszt, Lang Lang
II. Adagio from Concerto in D minor after Alessandro Marcello, BWV 974Johann Sebastian Bach, Glenn Gould
Wiegenlied, S. 198Franz Liszt, Khatia Buniatishvili
Prélude in D-Flat Major, Op. 28, No. 15 "Raindrop"Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
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