Angela Hewitt, the celebrated Canadian classical pianist, presents her eagerly awaited album "Clavier" - Bach & Mozart, set to release on February 25, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This exquisite collection is a testament to Hewitt's virtuosity and her deep connection with the Baroque and Classical periods. The album spans a generous 1 hour and 54 minutes, offering an immersive journey through the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
The album opens with Bach's monumental "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1," a series of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys. Recorded in 2008, these pieces showcase Hewitt's technical precision and expressive depth, each note resonating with clarity and purpose. The second half of the album is dedicated to Mozart's piano sonatas, including the renowned Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331, with its famous "Alla Turca" finale, and the elegant Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz." Hewitt's interpretations are marked by their sensitivity and insight, revealing the intricate beauty of these classical masterpieces.
Angela Hewitt's "Clavier" - Bach & Mozart is not just a collection of tracks but a carefully curated exploration of two of the most influential composers in Western music history. Hewitt's playing is characterized by its intelligence, passion, and technical brilliance, making this album a captivating experience for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Ia. Theme. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Ib. Var. 1Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Ic. Var. 2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Id. Var. 3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Ie. Var. 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: If. Var. 5Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: Ig. Var. 6Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: II. Menuetto - Trio - Menuetto da capoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331: III. Alla Turca. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": II. Rondeau en polonaise. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIa. Tema. Andante –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIb. Var. 1 –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIc. Var. 2 –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIId. Var. 3 –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIe. Var. 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIf. Var. 5 –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIg. Var. 6Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIh. Var. 7. MinoreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIi. Var. 8. Maggiore –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIj. Var. 9 –Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIk. Var. 10Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIl. Var. 11. Adagio cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284 "Dürnitz": IIIm. Var. 12. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 848/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 851/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 852/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 8 in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 855/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 856/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/1 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2 - Recorded 2008Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 1 in C Major, BWV 787Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
Sinfonia (3-Part Invention) No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 788Johann Sebastian Bach, Angela Hewitt
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