Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach with the upcoming album "Gentle Workday," set to release on November 16, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. This exquisite collection of classical masterpieces spans a generous three hours and two minutes, offering a serene and sophisticated soundtrack to accompany your day.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including well-known works like "Ave Maria" and "Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59 'Für Elise'," as well as lesser-known gems like "A Little Snowflake" and "No. 22 in E Minor." The tracklist is a harmonious blend of solo piano pieces, chamber music, and orchestral arrangements, showcasing the versatility and depth of Bach's genius.
From the delicate "Dance of the Blessed Spirits" to the majestic "Prelude & Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846," each piece is meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of tranquility and reflection. The album also includes beautiful arrangements by notable artists such as J. Loman, T. Miteva, and J. Lloyd Webber, adding a fresh perspective to Bach's timeless compositions.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Gentle Workday" promises to be a delightful journey through the rich tapestry of Johann Sebastian Bach's musical legacy. Let the soothing melodies and intricate harmonies of this album enhance your moments of quiet contemplation and relaxation.
Tracks
II. —Tamara Konstantin, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
Aria (The English Patient)Johann Sebastian Bach, Pi-hsien Chen
Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Arr. J. Loman for Flute & Harp)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Nora Shulman, Judy Loman
Song About EmEmmy Lindström, Emil Jonason, Stefan Solyom, Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra
A Little SnowflakePeter Breiner
Lascia ch'io pianga (Arr. for Piano & Bass)George Frideric Handel, PianoBasso
II. Españoleta y fanfare de la caballería de NápolesJoaquín Rodrigo, Ricardo Gallén, Orquesta Sinfónica del Principado de Asturias, Maximiano Valdes
No ReturnAlexander Kostas
I. Theme & Variations. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Claude Gérard, Villa Musica Ensemble
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jenő Jandó
Sicilienne in E-Flat Major (Arr. T. Miteva for Cello & Chamber Orchestra)Maria Theresia von Paradis, Teodora Miteva, World Chamber Orchestra
I. Der Engel (Arr. J. Lloyd Webber for 2 Cellos and Piano)Anton Rubinstein, Julian Lloyd Webber, Jiaxin Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Sicilienne (Arr. D. Sosin)Maria Theresia von Paradis, Nora Shulman, Judy Loman
I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Sonia Rubinsky
III. March: Song of the LarkPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Takako Nishizaki, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Of LightAndreas Ihlebæk, annasara
Ave Maria, CG 89 (After J.S. Bach's BWV 846) [Arr. for Flute & Harp by Donald Sosin]Charles Gounod, Nora Shulman, Judy Loman
No. 1, LentErik Satie, Klara Kormendi
A Million YearsJohan Landqvist
No. 3, Mélodie in E Major (Arr. for Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Alexander Anissimov
I. SarabandaNino Rota, Elisa Netzer
No. 3, Einsame Blumen (Solitary Flowers)Robert Schumann, Paul Gulda
String Quartet No. 1 (Arr. for String Quartet by N. Ankarblom): V. Nordic Summer NightsThomas Enroth, Joakim Zetterqvist, Annie Svedlund, Maria Bergström, Johannes Bergion
Prelude & Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Jenő Jandó
Bist du bei mir, BWV 508 [attrib. G.H. Stolzel] [arr. G.A. Devine for guitar]Johann Sebastian Bach, Graham Anthony Devine
No. 7, Floating CloudsTan Dun, Susan Chan
No. 2 in A MinorAlexander Scriabin, Evgeny Zarafiants
Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth, B. 49Frédéric Chopin, Mao Fujita
No. 3, Fruhlings AnkunftFranz Liszt, Joseph Banowetz
Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Jenő Jandó
Listek do pamatniku (Album Leaf), B. 158Antonín Dvořák, Stefan Veselka
Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier, BWV 731 (Arr. for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Sonia Rubinsky
II. Adagio moltoKurt Atterberg, Eszter Perényi, Ilona Prunyi
Nocturne No. 15 in C Major, H. 61AJohn Field, Benjamin Frith
AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Anthony Camden, Alison Alty, London Virtuosi, John Georgiadis
El último café juntosSimone Iannarelli, Pablo Garibay, Orquesta Juvenil Universitaria Eduardo Mata, Gustavo Rivero Weber
II. Moda di viola. AdagioPaulo Bellinati, Brasil Guitar Duo, Delaware Symphony Orchestra, David Amado
II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Silvia Capova
No. 4, LentErik Satie, Klara Kormendi
No. 1, ModéréNadia Boulanger, Nicolas Altstaedt, José Gallardo
Son Sencillo No. 7Carlos Fariñas, Yamilé Cruz Montero
II. Passacaglia. Death of FalstaffWilliam Walton, Bournemouth Sinfonietta, Richard Studt
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