Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's compositions, reimagined and celebrated in "The Art of Instrumentation: Homage to Glenn Gould." This captivating album, released in 2010 under the Nonesuch label, is a tribute to the legendary pianist Glenn Gould, featuring 11 pieces and arrangements by contemporary composers inspired by Bach's masterpieces. The album spans a diverse range of Bach's works, including selections from "The Well-Tempered Clavier," "Goldberg Variations," and "Partita No. 6," among others. Each track is meticulously crafted, showcasing the intricate beauty of Bach's music through the lens of modern interpretation. With a runtime of 58 minutes, this classical piano album is a testament to the enduring influence of Bach and Gould, offering a fresh perspective on some of the most beloved works in the classical repertoire.
Tracks
Dedication to J.S.B.Valentin Silvestrov, Valentin Silvestrov, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Aria from Goldberg Variations, BWV 988Johann Sebastian Bach, Victor Kissine, Georgs Pelēcis, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Prelude and Fugue in D minor from The Well-Tempered Clavier, BWV 851Alexander Raskatov, Johann Sebastian Bach, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Three Voice Invention in F minor, BWV 795Alexander Vustin, Johann Sebastian Bach, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Slow Movement from Cembalo Concerto in F minor, BWV 1056Carl Vine, Johann Sebastian Bach, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Prelude and Fugue in A minor from The Well-Tempered Clavier, BWV 889Johann Sebastian Bach, Raminta Šerkšnyte, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Bridges to BachGiya Kancheli, Johann Sebastian Bach, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Sarabande in E minor from Partita No. 6, BWV 830Johann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Desyatnikov, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Prelude and Fugue in F-sharp minor from The Well-Tempered Clavier, BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, Victoria Poleva, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
After Gould: Goldberg Variations Nos. 30, 19, 4, 18, 22, 26 and Intermezzi from Arnold Schönberg's Op. 19 and Op. 47Stevan Kovacs Tickmayer, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Aria from Goldberg Variations, BWV 988Johann Sebastian Bach, Victor Kissine, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
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