Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach with the upcoming album "Fantasia - Classical Works," set to release on December 11, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This exquisite collection spans a little over an hour and twenty-two minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano and orchestral masterpieces. From the intricate "Fantasia & Fugue in A Minor, BWV 944" to the enchanting "Concerto for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 3/5," and the mesmerizing "Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 'Hammerklavier'," this album showcases Bach's unparalleled genius. The selection includes a mix of well-known works and lesser-known gems, all performed with meticulous artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to Bach's music, this album promises a captivating journey through the Baroque era's most enduring compositions.
Tracks
Fantasia & Fugue in A Minor, BWV 944: I. FantasiaJohann Sebastian Bach, Rafal Blechacz
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 9, HWV 367b: II. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, Hans-Martin Linde, Karl Richter, Johannes Koch
Concerto for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 3/5, RV 519 (L'estro armonico No. 5): II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Daniel Hope, Simos Papanas, Markellos Chryssicos, Emanuele Forni, Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 12 à 2 violes ou autres instruments à l'unisson: III. Lentement et pathétiquementFrançois Couperin, Josef Ulsamer, Laurenzius Strehl, Christiane Jaccottet
Piano Sonata in F Major, K. 547a: II. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carl Seemann
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 1, AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alice Sara Ott
Prelude in A-Flat Major, KK IVb/7Frédéric Chopin, Alice Sara Ott
Suite for Harp, Op. 83: II. Toccata. Fast and gayBenjamin Britten, Magdalena Hoffmann
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66 (Transcr. Pletnev as Concert Suite for Piano): V. The Silver FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Daniil Trifonov
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Hans-Martin Linde, Karl Richter, Johannes Koch
4 Piano Pieces, Op. 119: No. 3 in C Major. Intermezzo. Grazioso e giocosoJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Brauß
Syrinx, CD 137 (Version for Oboe d'amore)Claude Debussy, Heinz Holliger
Trio Sonata in B Minor, H. 567: III. PrestoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Lisa Batiashvili, Emmanuel Pahud, Sebastian Klinger, Peter Kofler
3 Hungarian Folksongs from the Csìk, Sz. 35a: I. Rubato - Grand PianoBéla Bartók, Víkingur Ólafsson
Divertimento in E flat, K.166: 4. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bläservereinigung der Wiener Philharmoniker
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": I. Andante con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Dance of the Blessed Spirits "Melody" (Arr. Kreisler for Violin & Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Jascha Heifetz, Emanuel Bay
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 5: IV. Gavotte. Coulement, et les croches égalesFrançois Couperin, Heinz Holliger, Josef Ulsamer, Christiane Jaccottet
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 9, HWV 367b: VI. Alla breveGeorge Frideric Handel, Hans-Martin Linde, Karl Richter, Johannes Koch
Baryton Trio No. 97 in D "Fatto per la felicissima nascita di S:Ai:S Prencipe Estorhazi": 4. PolonaiseJoseph Haydn, Maddalena Del Gobbo, Robert Bauerstatter, David Pennetzdorfer
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35: IV. Finale. PrestoFrédéric Chopin, Rafal Blechacz
Partita "Polonaise" in A major for two guitars: RigidonGeorg Philipp Telemann, Narciso Yepes, Godelieve Monden
The Nutcracker (Suite), Op. 71a, TH. 35: 5. Trépak (Russian Dance) (Arr. Pletnev for Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Albanese
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 12 à 2 violes ou autres instruments à l'unisson: II. Badinage. Violes seulesFrançois Couperin, Josef Ulsamer, Laurenzius Strehl, Christiane Jaccottet
Flute Sonata in E-Flat Major, BWV 1031: II. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Wilbert Hazelzet, Henk Bouman
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 13 à 2 instruments à l'unisson: III. Sarabande. TendrementFrançois Couperin, Josef Ulsamer, Laurenzius Strehl
Baryton Trio No. 97 in D "Fatto per la felicissima nascita di S:Ai:S Prencipe Estorhazi": 7. Fuga: PrestoJoseph Haydn, Maddalena Del Gobbo, Robert Bauerstatter, David Pennetzdorfer
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": II. Scherzo. Assai vivace - Recorded 2021-2Ludwig van Beethoven, Maurizio Pollini
3 Hungarian Folksongs from the Csìk, Sz. 35a: I. Rubato - Upright PianoBéla Bartók, Víkingur Ólafsson
Suite for Harp, Op. 83: IV. Fugue. LivelyBenjamin Britten, Magdalena Hoffmann
5 Fugues (After Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier), K. 405: No. 5 in D Major (After BWV 874)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hagen Quartett
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Sonata for 4 Violins in G Minor, TWV 40:201: III. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Reinhard Goebel, Stephan Schardt, Julia Huber-Warzecha, Mary Utiger
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 13 à 2 instruments à l'unisson: I. Prélude. VivementFrançois Couperin, Josef Ulsamer, Laurenzius Strehl
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": Variation 1Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": Variation 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": Variation 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": Variation 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": Variation 5Ludwig van Beethoven, Daniel Heide
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": I. Andante con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Rudolf Buchbinder
3 Hungarian Folksongs from the Csìk, Sz. 35a: II. L’istesso tempo - Upright PianoBéla Bartók, Víkingur Ólafsson
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 8 "Dans le goût théâtral": XI. Air de baccantes. Tres animéFrançois Couperin, Aurèle Nicolet, Christiane Nicolet, Heinz Holliger, Marie-Lise Schüpbach, Thomas Brandis, Chiara Banchini, Josef Ulsamer, Manfred Sax, Christiane Jaccottet
Flute Sonata in E Minor, HWV 375 "Halle No. 2": III. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, Hans-Martin Linde, Karl Richter, Johannes Koch
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 11: V. Courante II. MajeurFrançois Couperin, Heinz Holliger, Thomas Brandis, Manfred Sax, Christiane Jaccottet
The Nutcracker (Suite), Op. 71a, TH. 35: 6. The Tea (Chinese Dance) (Arr. Pletnev for Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Albanese
Sonata for Violin and Continuo in G Minor, B. g5 - "Il trillo del diavolo": III. Andante - Allegro - LiveGiuseppe Tartini, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Trondheim Soloists
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 14: IV. FuguèteFrançois Couperin, Thomas Brandis, Josef Ulsamer, Christiane Jaccottet
Les goûts-réunis, Concert No. 5: I. Prélude. GracieusementFrançois Couperin, Heinz Holliger, Josef Ulsamer, Christiane Jaccottet
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