Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful compositions with the album "Bach, J.S.: Suites for Solo Cello/2 Cello Sonatas." This exquisite collection, released on January 1, 1991, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, showcases the pinnacle of classical music, blending the rich, resonant tones of the cello with the delicate precision of the piano.
The album features Bach's renowned Cello Suites, a series of six suites for unaccompanied cello, each comprising a prelude, allemande, courante, sarabande, and a concluding dance movement. These suites, composed in various keys and moods, display Bach's unparalleled ability to convey depth and emotion through intricate melodies and harmonies. The suites are followed by two sonatas originally written for the viola da gamba, here performed on the cello and piano, adding a unique twist to these beloved works.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 19 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Bach's genius, making it a perfect companion for both casual listeners and classical music enthusiasts. The performances are a testament to the enduring appeal of Bach's music, capturing the essence of his compositions with unmatched artistry and technical prowess. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Bach or new to his work, this album promises a captivating journey through the world of classical music.
Tracks
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: V. Menuet I – Menuet IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: V. Menuet I – Menuet IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: V. Bourrée I – Bourrée IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: V. Bourrée I – Bourrée IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 1010: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: V. Gavotte I – Gavotte IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: II. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: III. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: IV. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: V. Gavotte I – Gavotte IIJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker
Viola da gamba Sonata in G Major, BWV 1027: I. Adagio - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in G Major, BWV 1027: II. Allegro ma non tanto - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in G Major, BWV 1027: III. Andante - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in G Major, BWV 1027: IV. Allegro moderato - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in D Major, BWV 1028: I. Adagio - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in D Major, BWV 1028: II. Allegro - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in D Major, BWV 1028: III. Andante - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
Viola da gamba Sonata in D Major, BWV 1028: IV. Allegro - Performed on Cello & PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, János Starker, György Sebök
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