Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with "Bach: Masterpieces," a comprehensive collection of 77 of his most celebrated works. Released on March 23, 2025, under the prestigious Warner Classics label, this album spans a generous 3 hours and 24 minutes, offering a profound journey through the Baroque master's compositions. From the intricate fugues of "The Well-Tempered Clavier" to the soaring melodies of the Brandenburg Concertos, this compilation showcases Bach's unparalleled ability to blend technical brilliance with emotional depth. The album features a diverse range of pieces, including solo works, concertos, and choral masterpieces, all performed with meticulous attention to detail. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's music, this album provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the breadth and beauty of his compositions. Highlights include the iconic "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3, the hauntingly beautiful "Erbarme dich" from the St. Matthew Passion, and the virtuosic "Badinerie" from Orchestral Suite No. 2. "Bach: Masterpieces" is not just a collection of songs; it's a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the greatest composers in history.
Tracks
Bach, JS: Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud
Bach, JS: Musikalisches Opfer, BWV 1079: Fuga canonica in epidiapenteJohann Sebastian Bach, Concentus Musicus Wien, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Bach, JS: Klavierbüchlein für Wilhelm Friedemann Bach: No. 18, Prelude in E Minor, BWV 855 (Transcr. Siloti for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexis Weissenberg
Bach, JS: Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016: III. Adagio ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Renaud Capuçon, David Fray
Bach, JS: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1018: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Renaud Capuçon, David Fray
Bach, JS: Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Nemanja Radulović, Double Sens, Sébastien Giot
Bach, JS: Concerto for 2 Pianos in C Minor, BWV 1062: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray, Audrey Vigoureux, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Bach, JS: Ein ungefärbt Gemüte, BWV 24: No. 1, Aria. "Ein ungefärbt Gemüte"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Paul Esswood, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Italian Concerto in F Major, BWV 971: I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Fazıl Say
Bach, JS: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major, BWV 1049: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Catherine Latham, Iona Brown, John Constable, Philip Pickett
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Daniel Barenboim
Bach, JS: Suite in G Minor, BWV 995: V. Gavottes I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Sharon Isbin
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, Prelude and Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Daniel Barenboim
Bach, JS: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray
Bach, JS: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Variation IJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuel Pahud, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Bach, JS: Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, BWV 974: II. Adagio (After Marcello's Oboe Concerto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud, Les Violins du Roy, Bernard Labadie
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bach, JS: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, George Malcolm
Bach, JS / Orch. Marriner: Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, BWV 208 "Jagdkantate": IX. Aria. "Schafe können sicher weiden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Ian Watson
Bach, JS / Arr. Kempff: Flute Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1031: II. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Choral. "Jesus bleibet meine Freude, Meines Herzen Lust und Saft"Johann Sebastian Bach, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Gautier Capuçon
Bach, JS: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: V. Menuets I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Gautier Capuçon
Bach, JS: Concerto for 2 Pianos in C Minor, BWV 1060: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray, Emmanuel Christien, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Bach, JS: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2, Prelude and Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Piotr Anderszewski
Bach, JS: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2, Prelude and Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Piotr Anderszewski
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 2 in A Minor, BWV 1003: III. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Augustin Hadelich
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Renaud Capuçon, Guillaume Bellom
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air (Arr. Yang for Guitar)Johann Sebastian Bach, Xuefei Yang
Bach, JS: Violin Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, BWV 1017: I. Siciliano. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Renaud Capuçon, David Fray
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 1, Chor. "Kommt, ihr Töchter helft mir klagen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Vienna Boys' Choir, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 6, Aria. "Buß und Reu"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Bernarda Fink, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 30, Aria mit Chor. "Ach, nun ist mein Jesus hin!"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Vienna Boys' Choir, Bernarda Fink, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 39, Aria. "Erbarme dich"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Bernarda Fink, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 52, Aria. "Können Tränen meinen Wangen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Elisabeth Von Magnus, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach, JS: Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 68, Chor. "Wir setzen uns mit Tränen nieder"Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Vienna Boys' Choir, Concentus Musicus Wien
Bach: Arioso (Arr. Cortot After Harpsichord Concerto No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056)Johann Sebastian Bach, Dong Hyek Lim
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: II. FugaJohann Sebastian Bach, Augustin Hadelich
Bach, JS: Concerto for 4 Pianos in A Minor, BWV 1065: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, David Fray, Audrey Vigoureux, Emmanuel Christien, Jacques Rouvier, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Schemellis Musicalisches Gesang-Buch: Mein Jesu! Was vor Seelenweh, BWV 487Johann Sebastian Bach, Sabine Devieilhe, Pygmalion, Raphael Pichon
Bach, JS: St John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 1, Chor. "Herr, unser Herrscher"Johann Sebastian Bach, Marc Minkowski, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble
Bach, JS: St John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 35, Arie. "Zerfliesse, mein Herze"Johann Sebastian Bach, Marc Minkowski, Lenneke Ruiten, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble
Bach, JS: St John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 39, Chor. "Ruht wohl, ihr heiligen Gebeine"Johann Sebastian Bach, Marc Minkowski, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble, Christian Immler, Colin Balzer, David Hansen, Delphine Galou, Ditte Andersen, Felix Speer, Lenneke Ruiten, Valerio Contaldo
Bach, JS: Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140: I. Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (Transcr. Garcia for Guitar)Johann Sebastian Bach, Thibaut García
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