Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Baroque music with "80 Baroque Duets: Vivaldi, Handel & Bach," a meticulously curated collection of works by three of the era's most influential composers. Released on April 28, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 7 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through the elegance and complexity of Baroque compositions.
The album showcases the genius of Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach, and George Frideric Handel, presenting their works in arrangements for piano four hands, violin, cello, and other ensembles. From the intricate and lively Trio Sonata No. 1 in E-Flat Major by Bach to the graceful and expressive violin sonatas by Vivaldi and Handel, each piece is a testament to the composers' mastery of form and emotion.
Highlights include the lively and spirited "Allegro moderato" from Vivaldi's Sonata in D Major, the serene and contemplative "Adagio" from Handel's Violin Sonata in E Major, and the joyful "Allegro" from Bach's Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 1 in C Major. The album also features a live performance of the beloved chorale "Jesus bleibet meine Freude" from Bach's cantata "Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben," adding a touch of authenticity and immediacy to the collection.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "80 Baroque Duets: Vivaldi, Handel & Bach" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album's diverse range of compositions and arrangements ensures that there is something for everyone, making it a valuable addition to any classical music library.
Tracks
Trio Sonata No. 1 in E-Flat Major, BWV 525: I. (Allegro moderato) (Transcr. Kurtág) - Grand PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Víkingur Ólafsson, Halla Oddný Magnúsdóttir
Orgelbüchlein, BWV 599-644: Nun komm' der Heiden Heiland, BWV 599 (Arr. Kurtág for Piano 4 Hands)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen
O Lamm Gottes unschuldig, BWV Deest (Arr. For Piano Four Hands by György Kurtág)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 (Transcr. for Piano Four Hands by György Kurtàg): 2a. Gottes Zeit, ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen
Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, BWV 208 "Hunting Cantata": IX. Aria. Schafe können sicher weiden (Arr. Howe for Piano 4 Hands)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: X. Chorale. Jesus bleibet meine Freude (Arr. Hess for Piano 4 Hands) - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen
Sonata in D Major, RV 10 (Arr. Respighi): 1. Moderato a fantasiaAntonio Vivaldi, Domenico Nordio, Mikhail Lidsky
Sonata in D Major, RV 10 (Arr. Respighi): 2. Allegro moderatoAntonio Vivaldi, Domenico Nordio, Mikhail Lidsky
Sonata in D Major, RV 10 (Arr. Respighi): 3. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Domenico Nordio, Mikhail Lidsky
Sonata in D Major, RV 10 (Arr. Respighi): 4. VivaceAntonio Vivaldi, Domenico Nordio, Mikhail Lidsky
Violin Sonata in E Major, HWV 373 (Probably Spurious): I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in E Major, HWV 373 (Probably Spurious): II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in E Major, HWV 373 (Probably Spurious): III. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in E Major, HWV 373 (Probably Spurious): IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Cello Sonata in E-Flat Major, RV 39: I. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley
Cello Sonata in E-Flat Major, RV 39: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley
Cello Sonata in E-Flat Major, RV 39: III. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley
Cello Sonata in E-Flat Major, RV 39: IV. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1/3, HWV 361: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1/3, HWV 361: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1/3, HWV 361: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1/3, HWV 361: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 1 in C Major, BWV 787Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 788Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 3 in D Major, BWV 789Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 4 in D Minor, BWV 790Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 5 in E-Flat Major, BWV 791Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 6 in E Major, BWV 792Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 7 in E Minor, BWV 793Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 8 in F Major, BWV 794Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 9 in F Minor, BWV 795Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 10 in G Major, BWV 796Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 11 in G Minor, BWV 797Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 12 in A Major, BWV 798Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 13 in A Minor, BWV 799Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 14 in B-Flat Major, BWV 800Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 15 in B Minor, BWV 801Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Maxim Rysanov, Torleif Thedéen
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 1/10, HWV 368 (Doubtful): I. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 1/10, HWV 368 (Doubtful): II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 1/10, HWV 368 (Doubtful): III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 1/10, HWV 368 (Doubtful): IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, Strings & Continuo in C Minor, BWV 1060: 1. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen, Amsterdam Sinfonietta, Candida Thompson
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, Strings & Continuo in C Minor, BWV 1060: 2. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen, Amsterdam Sinfonietta, Candida Thompson
Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, Strings & Continuo in C Minor, BWV 1060: 3. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucas Jussen, Arthur Jussen, Amsterdam Sinfonietta, Candida Thompson
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/12, HWV 370 (Doubtful): I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/12, HWV 370 (Doubtful): II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/12, HWV 370 (Doubtful): III. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/12, HWV 370 (Doubtful): IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Flute Sonata in A Major, BWV 1032: I. Vivace (Compl. Beznoziuk)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lisa Beznosiuk, Paul Nicholson
Flute Sonata in A Major, BWV 1032: II. Largo e dolceJohann Sebastian Bach, Lisa Beznosiuk, Paul Nicholson
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