Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful compositions with the release of "J.S. Bach: Six Partitas." Recorded live and released on August 28, 2009, under the prestigious ECM New Series label, this album is a testament to Bach's enduring genius and the profound beauty of classical piano music.
Spanning a captivating two hours and twelve minutes, the album features all six partitas, each a jewel in Bach's vast repertoire. From the lively and intricate "Praeambulum" of Partita No. 5 in G Major to the solemn and reflective "Toccata" of Partita No. 6 in E Minor, every piece is a masterclass in baroque composition and virtuoso performance. The album showcases a diverse range of moods and styles, from the graceful and stately "Allemande" movements to the lively and spirited "Gigue" finales.
Bach's partitas are not just musical compositions; they are intricate tapestries of sound that weave together various dance forms and musical ideas. Each partita is a journey through different emotional landscapes, showcasing Bach's unparalleled ability to convey depth and complexity through his music.
This album is a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast, offering a chance to experience Bach's timeless works in a live setting. Whether you are a seasoned fan of Bach's music or a newcomer looking to explore the world of classical piano, "J.S. Bach: Six Partitas" promises an enriching and deeply satisfying listening experience.
Tracks
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: I. Praeambulum - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: III. Corrente - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: IV. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: V. Tempo di minuetto - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G Major, BWV 829: VI. Passepied - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 5 in G, BWV 829: Gigue - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: I. Fantasia - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: III. Corrente - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: IV. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: V. Burlesca - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A Minor, BWV 827: VI. Scherzo - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 3 in A minor, BWV 827: Gigue - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: I. Praeludium - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: III. Corrente - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: IV. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: V. Menuet I - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: VI. Menuet II - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 1 in B-Flat Major, BWV 825: VII. Giga - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: I. Sinfonia. Grave, Adagio – Andante - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: III. Courante - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: IV. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: V. Rondeaux - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: VI. Capriccio - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: I. Ouverture - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: III. Courante - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: IV. Aria - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: V. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: VI. Menuet - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 4 in D Major, BWV 828: VII. Gigue - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: I. Toccata - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: II. Allemande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: III. Corrente - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: IV. Air - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: V. Sarabande - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: VI. Tempo di gavotta - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Partita No. 6 in E Minor, BWV 830: VII. Gigue - LiveJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
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