"Ballade" - Music for a Workday is a comprehensive collection of classical piano masterpieces, showcasing the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach. Released on July 3, 2025, under the prestigious Sony Classical label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 11 minutes, featuring 114 tracks that encapsulate the essence of classical piano music.
The album is a testament to Bach's unparalleled compositional skills, featuring iconic works such as the Goldberg Variations, Clair de Lune, and The Four Seasons. It also includes lesser-known gems like "Grain Moon" and "Milonga," offering a diverse and enriching listening experience. The tracklist is a harmonious blend of solo piano pieces and orchestral arrangements, highlighting Bach's versatility and enduring influence on classical music.
"Ballade" - Music for a Workday is not just a compilation of tracks but a carefully curated journey through the musical landscape of Johann Sebastian Bach. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album provides a captivating introduction to the works of one of history's most celebrated composers. Immerse yourself in the intricate melodies and timeless compositions that have defined classical music for centuries.
Tracks
La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
Ave verum corpus, K.618 (Arr. for Piano by Franz Liszt)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mao Fujita
Sicilienne, Op. 78Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
Waltz in A Major, Op. 39, No. 15 (Version for piano 4-hands)Johannes Brahms, Igor Levit, Christian Thielemann
Purcell: Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626: When I am laid in earth (Dido's Lament)Henry Purcell, Khatia Buniatishvili
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
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Clair de LuneClaude Debussy, Hayato Sumino
Moment Musical, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor - without ApplauseFranz Schubert, Lucas Debargue
Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Transcribed by Alexander Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mao Fujita
MilongaAlberto Ginastera, Xavier De Maistre
Keyboard Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Murray Perahia, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 1 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 2 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 3 - Canone all' Unisono a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 4 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 5 a 1 ovvero 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 6 - Canone alla Seconda a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 7 a 1 ovvero 2 Clav. Al tempo di GigaJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 8 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 9 - Canone alla Terza a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 10 - Fughetta a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 11 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 12 - Canone alla QuartaJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 13 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 14 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 15 - Canone alla Quinta a 1 Clav. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 16 - Ouverture a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 17 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 18 - Canone alla Sesta a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 19 a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 20 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 21 - Canone alla SettimaJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 22 a 1 Clav. Alla breveJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 23 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 24 - Canone all' Ottava a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 25 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 26 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 27 - Canone alla Nona a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 28 a 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 29 a 1 ovvero 2 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 30 - Quodlibet a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Aria da capoJohann Sebastian Bach, Igor Levit
The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11 (Paraphrase for Piano by Lucas Debargue)Gabriel Fauré, Lucas Debargue
Gnossienne No. 3Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc
Sonata in D Minor, K. 32 (Arr. for Guitar by Michael Lewin)Domenico Scarlatti, Miloš Karadaglić
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