Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of Johann Sebastian Bach with András Schiff's exquisite rendition of "The Well-Tempered Clavier." This comprehensive collection, released on December 20, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, spans an impressive 4 hours and 16 minutes, encompassing both Book 1 and Book 2 of Bach's monumental work. Schiff, a renowned pianist celebrated for his interpretative depth and technical brilliance, brings a fresh perspective to these iconic compositions, making it a standout addition to any classical music enthusiast's library.
The album features all 48 preludes and fugues from "The Well-Tempered Clavier," a collection that showcases Bach's unparalleled genius in contrapuntal writing and harmonic exploration. Each piece is meticulously crafted, demonstrating Bach's ability to create intricate and engaging music within the constraints of a single key. Schiff's performance is marked by clarity, precision, and a profound understanding of Bach's musical language, making this recording a testament to both the composer's enduring legacy and the pianist's exceptional artistry.
In addition to the complete "Well-Tempered Clavier," the album includes a bonus track, "Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772a," offering a delightful prelude to the main event. This inclusion highlights Bach's pedagogical works, which, like the "Well-Tempered Clavier," are foundational to the study of keyboard music.
András Schiff's interpretation of "The Well-Tempered Clavier" is not just a performance but a journey through the depths of Bach's musical imagination. Schiff's nuanced playing reveals the subtle intricacies and emotional depth of each piece, making this album a captivating experience for both seasoned Bach aficionados and newcomers alike. Whether you're looking to expand your classical music collection or simply enjoy a masterful rendition of some of the most influential keyboard works ever written, this album is a must-listen.
Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 858Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 862Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 863Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 864Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 866Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 867Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 868Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude & Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 873Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 875Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 879Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 882Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 884Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 887Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 888Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 889Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 890Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 891Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 892Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude & Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 893Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude and Fugue in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772aJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
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