Immerse yourself in the intricate and timeless masterpiece of Johann Sebastian Bach with "The Art of Fugue," performed exquisitely by the Emerson String Quartet. Released on January 1, 2003, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album is a profound exploration of Bach's genius, spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes.
The album features a meticulous rendition of Bach's "Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080," a collection of 14 fugues and canons that showcase the composer's unparalleled skill in contrapuntal writing. Each piece, from "Contrapunctus I" to the incomplete "Fuga a 3 Soggetti," is performed with precision and passion by the Emerson String Quartet, bringing out the complexity and beauty of Bach's compositions. The album concludes with "Wenn wir in höchsten Nöten sein, BWV 668a," adding a final touch of Bach's brilliance.
This recording is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the Emerson String Quartet's ability to capture the essence of his work. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through the intricate world of Bach's fugues and canons.
Tracks
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus I - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus II - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus III - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus IV - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus V - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus VI a 4 in stylo Francese "per diminutionem" - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus VII a 4 "per augmentationem et diminutionem" - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus VIII a 3 - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Eugene Drucker, Lawrence Dutton, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus IX a 4 alla duodecima - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus X a 4 alla decima - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XI a 4 - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Canon per augmentationem in contrario motu - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Eugene Drucker, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XII a 4 rectus - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XII a 4 inversus - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Canon alla ottava - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Lawrence Dutton, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Canon alla decima in contrapunto alla terza - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Eugene Drucker, Lawrence Dutton
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Canon alla duodecima in contrapunto alla quinta - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Philip Setzer, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XIII a 3 rectus - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Philip Setzer, Lawrence Dutton, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XIII a 3 inversus - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Eugene Drucker, Lawrence Dutton, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Canon per augmentationem in contrario motu "in hypodiatessaron" - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Philip Setzer, David Finckel
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Fuga a 3 Soggetti "Contrapunctus XIV" (Incomplete) - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080: Wenn wir in höchsten Nöten sein, BWV 668a - Performed by String QuartetJohann Sebastian Bach, Emerson String Quartet
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