Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "A piacere" - Classical Works, a meticulously curated collection of 79 tracks that span a generous 2 hours and 20 minutes. This album, released on December 7, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the profound beauty of classical music.
The album is a rich tapestry of Bach's most celebrated works, including the intricate and lively "L'estro armonico" violin concertos, the serene and introspective Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, and the enchanting Serenade in C Major, K. 648, also known as "A Very Little Night Music." Each piece is performed with precision and passion, bringing Bach's compositions to life in a way that is both authentic and fresh.
"A piacere" - Classical Works is not just a compilation of Bach's works; it is a journey through the various facets of his genius. From the delicate and nuanced "Mazurka No. 11 in E Minor, Op. 17 No. 2" to the exuberant and dynamic "Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1," the album showcases Bach's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and moods. The inclusion of world premiere recordings, such as the "Serenade in C Major, K. 648 'A Very Little Night Music' (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass)," adds an element of excitement and discovery.
The album also features arrangements by other renowned composers, such as Franz Liszt's arrangement of "An die ferne Geliebte, Op. 98" for solo piano, and Michael Pletnev's concert suite for piano from "The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66." These arrangements offer a unique perspective on Bach's music, highlighting its versatility and timeless appeal.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A piacere" - Classical Works is an essential addition to your music library. It is a celebration of Bach's enduring legacy and a testament to the power of classical music to inspire, uplift, and enchant.
Tracks
L'estro armonico, Violin Concerto in D Major, RV 230, Op. 3 No. 9: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Anja Lechner
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): IV. Polonoise "Boloneso" - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
An die ferne Geliebte, Op. 98 (Arr. Liszt for Solo Piano as S. 469): No. 2, Wo die Berge so blauLudwig van Beethoven, Nobuyuki Tsujii
Mazurka No. 11 in E Minor, Op. 17 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Rafal Blechacz
L'estro armonico, Violin Concerto in D Major, RV 230, Op. 3 No. 9: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Erindo oder Die unsträfliche Liebe: Bourrée II (Transcr. for Ensemble)Johann Sigismund Kusser, Daniel Hope, Air Ensemble
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: IV. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: IV. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson
Swan Lake, Op. 20: Dance of the Four Swans (Arr. Wild for Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
Préludes, Book 1, CD 125: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de lin (Transcr. Ottensamer for Clarinet and Piano)Claude Debussy, Andreas Ottensamer, José Gallardo
An die ferne Geliebte, Op. 98 (Arr. Liszt for Solo Piano as S. 469): No. 4, Diese Wolken in den HöhenLudwig van Beethoven, Nobuyuki Tsujii
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): V. Adagio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 5 in G Minor. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Daniel Hope, Zürcher Kammerorchester
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: II. Largo e spiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): IV. Polonoise "Boloneso" - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
Romanian Folk Dances for Piano, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): No. 1, Joc cu bâta "Stick Dance"Béla Bartók, Sophia Jaffé, Hansjacob Staemmler
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Erindo oder Die unsträfliche Liebe: Branle de village (Transcr. for Ensemble)Johann Sigismund Kusser, Daniel Hope, Air Ensemble
Concerto grosso in E Minor, Op. 6 No. 3, HWV 321: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): VII. Finale. Allegro - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
Concerto for 4 Harpsichords, Strings & Continuo in A Minor, BWV 1065: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert, Lars Ulrik Mortensen, Nicholas Kraemer, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: I. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for Orchestra): IV. Polonoise "Boloneso" - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Gewandhausorchester, Herbert Blomstedt
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66 (Transcr. Pletnev as Concert Suite for Piano): V. The Silver FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Daniil Trifonov
Mazurka No. 27 in E Minor, Op. 41 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Rafal Blechacz
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: III. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: VI. Tempo di GavottaJohann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight Sonata": II. Allegretto - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, Nobuyuki Tsujii
Romanian Folk Dances for Piano, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): No. 2, Brâul "Sash Dance"Béla Bartók, Sophia Jaffé, Hansjacob Staemmler
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): II. Allegro - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
Erindo oder Die unsträfliche Liebe: Bourrée I (Transcr. for Ensemble)Johann Sigismund Kusser, Daniel Hope, Air Ensemble
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Original Version for 2 Violins & Bass): VI. Menuet [II] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonhard Baumgartner, Margarita Pochebut, Svenja Dose, Oscar Jockel
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: II. Allegro ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Romanian Folk Dances for Piano, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): No. 4, Buciumeana "Horn Dance"Béla Bartók, Sophia Jaffé, Hansjacob Staemmler
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for Orchestra): VI. Menuet [II] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sebastian Breuninger, Peter Gerlach, Felix Leissner, Oscar Jockel, Herbert Blomstedt
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
A New Irish Tune in G Major "Lilliburlero", Z. 646 (Transcr. for Ensemble)Henry Purcell, Daniel Hope, Air Ensemble
Erindo oder Die unsträfliche Liebe: Gavotte (Transcr. for Ensemble)Johann Sigismund Kusser, Daniel Hope, Air Ensemble
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Mazurka No. 28 in B Major, Op. 41 No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Rafal Blechacz
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6 No. 9, HWV 327: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for 2 Violins, Cello & Harpsichord): VI. Menuet [II] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Haruna Shinoyama, Neža Klinar, Philipp Comploi, Florian Birsak
Romanian Folk Dances for Piano, Sz. 56 (Arr. Székely for Violin & Piano): No. 3, Pe loc "In One Spot"Béla Bartók, Sophia Jaffé, Hansjacob Staemmler
Serenade in C Major, K. 648 "A Very Little Night Music" (Version for Orchestra): III. Menuet [I] – Trio - World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sebastian Breuninger, Peter Gerlach, Felix Leissner, Oscar Jockel, Herbert Blomstedt
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