Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with his monumental work, "Das Wohltemperierte Clavier" (The Well-Tempered Clavier). This album, released on ECM New Series in 2012, is a comprehensive collection of preludes and fugues, showcasing Bach's unparalleled mastery of the keyboard. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 49 minutes, this recording is a testament to Bach's enduring influence on classical music.
The album features the complete Book 1 of "Das Wohltemperierte Clavier," comprising 24 preludes and fugues, each in a different key. This collection is not just a display of technical prowess but also a deep exploration of musical expression and structure. The preludes and fugues range from the serene and contemplative to the intricate and virtuosic, offering a rich tapestry of sounds and emotions.
Bach's original autograph of this work is dated between 1720 and 1739, and its significance in the classical repertoire cannot be overstated. The album captures the essence of Bach's compositions, providing a window into the musical landscape of the Baroque era.
This recording is a must-listen for both classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre. It offers a profound experience, highlighting the beauty and complexity of Bach's music. Whether you are a seasoned listener or a curious newcomer, this album promises a rewarding journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical piano literature.
Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 858/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 858/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 859/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 860/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 861/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 862/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 862/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 863/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 863/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 19 in A Major, BWV 864/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 864/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 866/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 21 in B-Flat Major, BWV 866/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 867/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 22 in B-Flat Minor, BWV 867/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 23 in B Major, BWV 868/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 23 in B Major, BWV 868/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870/1Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870/2Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
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