Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Meisterwerke Deutscher Klassik," a meticulously curated collection of his most celebrated works, set to be released on July 31, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label. This album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence on classical music, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase his unparalleled mastery of the piano and orchestral arrangements.
Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 54 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Bach's musical genius. From the intricate and lively "Badinerie" to the solemn and reflective "Adagio sostenuto," each track offers a unique glimpse into Bach's extraordinary range and depth. The album also includes iconic pieces such as the "Prelude - Wedding March" and the powerful "Ride of the Valkyries," demonstrating Bach's ability to evoke a wide spectrum of emotions through his music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Meisterwerke Deutscher Klassik" promises an enriching and captivating listening experience. The album's blend of well-known masterpieces and lesser-known gems ensures that there is something for everyone to discover and appreciate. Bach's compositions, performed with precision and passion, highlight the timeless beauty and relevance of his work, making this album a true celebration of classical music's rich heritage.
Tracks
VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Milan Brunner, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
No. 2, LangsamRobert Schumann, Gabriel Schwabe, Nicholas Rimmer
I. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Niklas Eklund, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Nils-Erik Sparf
SchlussFanny Mendelssohn, Heather Schmidt
III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Marin Alsop
II. AndantinoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Béla Drahos, Zsuzsa Pertis
I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Boris Giltburg
III. AllegroFelix Mendelssohn, Tianwa Wang, Sinfonia Finlandia Jyvaskyla, Patrick Gallois
O pastor animarumHildegard von Bingen, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
III. AllegroJoseph Martin Kraus, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Petter Sundkvist
II. Adagio: Con espressione e ben legatoClara Schumann, Yoshiko Iwai
III. AllegroJohann Christian Bach, Budapest Failoni Chamber Orchestra, Hanspeter Gmür
III. AllegroJoseph Willibald Michl, Ben Hoadley, The Hall String Trio
II. AdagioLouis Spohr, Ernst Ottensamer, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Johannes Wildner
IV. PrestoJohann Stamitz, Musica Viva, Alexander Rudin
I. PreludioJohann Sebastian Bach, Ilya Kaler
I. Der Held (the Hero)Richard Strauss, National Symphony Orchestra Of Ireland, Gerhard Markson
No. 12, ChopinRobert Schumann, Boris Giltburg
VI. ChaconnetteGeorg Philipp Telemann, Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra, Barthold Kuijken
Tanz der EdelknabenCarl Maria von Weber, Queensland Orchestra, John Georgiadis
Allegro molto in C MinorFanny Mendelssohn, Heather Schmidt
I. AllegroFranz Ignaz Beck, New Zealand Chamber Orchestra, Donald Armstrong
Var. 7, Andante grazioso (Version for Orchestra)Max Reger, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Franz-Paul Decker
II. AllegroFrederick the Great, Claudia Stein, Andreas Greger, Alessandro De Marchi
I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Béla Drahos
I. AllegroFriedrich Kuhlau, Jenő Jandó
Ride of the ValkyriesRichard Wagner, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Joann Falletta
III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Tianwa Yang, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Antoni Wit
No. 7 in E-Flat Major, Op. 30, No. 1, MWV U103Felix Mendelssohn, Péter Nagy
II. LarghettoFerdinand Ries, Christopher Hinterhuber, Gävle Symphony Orchestra, Uwe Grodd
CanonJohann Pachelbel, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
Symphony No. 50 in D Minor: I. Allegro non tantoChristian Cannabich, Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Uwe Grodd
I. AndanteClara Schumann, Yoshiko Iwai
II. Sehr rasch und feinJoachim Raff, Laurence Kayaleh, Jean-Fabien Schneider
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 97, "Rhenish": IV. Feierlich (Re-Orchestrated by G. Mahler)Robert Schumann, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Marin Alsop
I. Ad pedes. Ecce super montesDietrich Buxtehude, Roberto Balconi, Daniele Carnovich, Mario Cecchetti, Roberta Invernizzi, Caterina Trogu, Radio Svizzera Choir, Lugano, Sonatori De La Gioiosa Marca, Accademia Instrumentale Italiana, Diego Fasolis
Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Jenő Jandó
I. Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Anthony Bramall
III. Allegro assaiCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Andreas Brantelid, Concerto Copenhagen, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
I. Prologue [Overture to the Prologue]Richard Strauss, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Joann Falletta
II. Scherzo. PrestoMax Bruch, Staatskapelle Weimar, Michael Halasz
II. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Takako Nishizaki, Jenő Jandó
MarschPaul Hindemith, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Franz-Paul Decker
II. Romance. AndantinoCarl Stamitz, Christian Benda, Prague Chamber Orchestra
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