Dietrich Buxtehude's exquisite compositions take centre stage in the captivating album, Buxtehude by Arrangement. Released on 3 January 2020 via Toccata Classics, this masterpiece boasts a duration of 1 hour and 23 minutes, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the Baroque genius's works.
The album presents a collection of Buxtehude's preludes, fugues, and chaconnes, meticulously transcribed for piano by A. Stradal. With pieces such as the Prelude & Fugue in A Minor, BuxVW 153, and the Chaconne in E Minor, BuxVW 160, the album showcases the artist's mastery of counterpoint and his ability to evoke powerful emotions through music.
The tracklist is a testament to Buxtehude's innovative spirit, featuring an array of intricate and beautiful compositions that highlight his unique style. From the solemn Passacaglia in D Minor, BuxVW 161, to the lively Prelude & Fugue in F Major, BuxVW 145, each piece demonstrates the artist's profound understanding of harmony and melody.
Although the album is classified under the choral genre, the piano transcriptions bring a new level of intimacy and expressiveness to Buxtehude's works, allowing the listener to appreciate the intricacies of his compositions in a fresh and exciting way. With Buxtehude by Arrangement, Dietrich Buxtehude's legacy continues to inspire and delight, offering a truly unforgettable musical experience.
Tracks
Prelude & Fugue in A Minor, BuxVW 153 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in A Minor, BuxVW 153 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. Fugue No. 1Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in A Minor, BuxVW 153 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. Fugue No. 2Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in A Minor, BuxVW 153 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): IV. ToccataDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Chaconne in E Minor, BuxVW 160 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano)Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 143 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 143 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. Fugue No. 1Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 143 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. Fugue No. 2 - IV. AdagioDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 142 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 142 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. Fugue No. 1Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 142 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. Fugue No. 2Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in E Minor, BuxVW 142 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): IV. Fugue No. 3Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Passacaglia in D Minor, BuxVW 161 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano)Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in D Minor, BuxVW 140 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in D Minor, BuxVW 140 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. Fugue No. 1Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in D Minor, BuxVW 140 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. Fugue No. 2Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in G Minor, BuxVW 150 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in G Minor, BuxVW 150 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. Fugue No. 1Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in G Minor, BuxVW 150 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. Fugue No. 2Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in G Minor, BuxVW 150 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): IV. Fugue No. 3Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Chaconne in C Minor, BuxVW 159 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano)Dietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in F Major, BuxVW 145 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in F Major, BuxVW 145 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. FugueDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in F-Sharp Minor, BuxVW 146 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): I. PreludeDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in F-Sharp Minor, BuxVW 146 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): II. FugueDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
Prelude & Fugue in F-Sharp Minor, BuxVW 146 (Transcr. A. Stradal for Piano): III. ToccataDietrich Buxtehude, Meilin Ai
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