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j.s. bach / weiss: works for guitar - narciso yepes

Narciso Yepes - J.S. Bach / Weiss: Works For Guitar (LP)

Narciso Yepes

1971
11 tracks
47 min
classical

J.S. Bach / Weiss: Works For Guitar

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Product Description

Narciso Yepes, the renowned Spanish classical guitarist, presents a captivating collection of works by Johann Sebastian Bach and Sylvius Leopold Weiss in "J.S. Bach / Weiss: Works For Guitar." Released on February 1, 1971, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album offers a unique and intimate exploration of Baroque music, masterfully adapted for the guitar.

The album spans 47 minutes, featuring a selection of preludes, partitas, fantaisies, and suites originally composed for lute and violin. Yepes' virtuoso technique and deep understanding of the repertoire bring these pieces to life with remarkable clarity and expressiveness. His arrangements, particularly those of Weiss's lute suites, showcase the guitar's versatility and resonance, providing a fresh perspective on these timeless compositions.

Highlights include the iconic "Chaconne" from Bach's Partita No. 2 for Solo Violin, a tour de force that Yepes interprets with profound sensitivity and technical brilliance. The album also features the "Lute Fantasia in C Minor," arranged by Yepes himself, demonstrating his innovative approach to historical music.

"J.S. Bach / Weiss: Works For Guitar" is a testament to Narciso Yepes' artistry and his enduring contribution to the classical guitar repertoire. This recording is a must-listen for enthusiasts of Baroque music and guitar aficionados alike, offering a rich and rewarding experience that highlights the beauty and complexity of these masterful works.

Tracks

Prelude in C Minor "pour la lute", BWV 999 (Played on Guitar)Johann Sebastian Bach, Narciso Yepes
2:17
Partita No. 2 for Solo Violin in D Minor, BWV 1004: V. ChaconneJohann Sebastian Bach, Narciso Yepes
15:29
Partita No. 1 for Solo Violin in B Minor, BWV 1002: V. Sarabande – VI. DoubleJohann Sebastian Bach, Narciso Yepes
6:53
Lute Fantasia in C Minor (Arr. Yepes for Guitar in E Minor)Silvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
2:30
Lute Suite In D Major (London Manuscript), SW 2: I. PreludioSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
1:57
Lute Suite in E Major (Ed. Yepes): II. AllemandeSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
3:37
Lute Suite in E Major (Ed. Yepes): III. CouranteSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
3:53
Lute Suite in E Major (Ed. Yepes): IV. BourréeSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
1:35
Lute Suite in E Major (Ed. Yepes): V. SarabandeSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
5:21
Lute Suite in E Major (Ed. Yepes): VI. MenuetSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
1:14
Lute Suite In D Major (London Manuscript), SW 2: VII. GigaSilvius Leopold Weiss, Narciso Yepes
3:00

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Product specifications

Details

Album: J.S. Bach / Weiss: Works For Guitar
Artist: Narciso Yepes
Album release date: 1 februari 1971
Label: Deutsche Grammophon (DG)
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 47 min
Tracks: 11 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Classical
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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