Yo-Yo Ma's "Simply Baroque" is a captivating journey through the timeless elegance of Baroque music, released on February 5, 1999, under Sony Classical. This album is a masterful blend of classical and chamber music, showcasing Yo-Yo Ma's exceptional artistry on the cello. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, the album features a diverse collection of pieces, including cantatas, orchestral suites, and concertos. Highlights include Bach's iconic "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3 and the enchanting "Erbarme dich" from the St. Matthew Passion. Ma's collaboration with string orchestras in the concertos, particularly the G Major and D Major concertos, demonstrates his virtuosic skill and deep musicality. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, "Simply Baroque" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Cantata, BWV 167: Sei Lob und Preis mit EhrenJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244: Erbarme dich mein GottJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Cantata, BWV 147: Jesus bleibet meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
Cantata, BWV 22: Ertöt' und durch dein' GüteJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Ich ruf' zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639Johann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Kommst du nun, Jesu, vom Himmel herunter, BWV 650Johann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Cantata, BWV 163: Lass mein Herz die Münze seinJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Cantata, BWV 136: Dein Blut, der edle SaftJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Cello and String Orchestra in G Major, G. 480: I. AllegroLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Cello and String Orchestra in G Major, G. 480: II. AdagioLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Concerto for Cello and String Orchestra in G Major, G. 480: III. AllegroLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Cello Concerto in D Major, G. 478: I. Allegro con spiritoLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
Cello Concerto in D Major, G. 478: II. LarghettoLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
Cello Concerto in D Major, G. 478: III. RondoLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
Cello Concerto in D Major, G. 478: IV. Rondo comodo assaiLuigi Boccherini, Yo-Yo Ma, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman
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