034571171210

French Suites

J. S. Bach

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Format: 2CD

Cat No: CDA67121-2

Release Date:  01 November 1995

Label:  Hyperion Records Ltd

Packaging Type:  Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)

No of Units:  2

Barcode:  034571171210

Genres:  Classical  Baroque  

  • Description

    The rhythms of the dance have always provided composers with a vital source of inspiration. Bach was no exception, and a very high percentage of his music is related to the dance. Perhaps this is largely what gives it that marvellous vitality and spirit, and why it is so immediately appealing. The six French Suites contain some of Bach’s most attractive keyboard writing. The eight Little Preludes are among the most valuable pieces ever written for beginners, giving a wonderful introduction to voice imitation, pedal points, cadenza-like passages, and basic ornamentation. They cover many different moods and recall fond childhood memories. The remaining pieces on this recording are of a completely different nature. Both the Sonata in D minor, BWV964, and the Prelude and Fugue in A minor, BWV894, are virtuoso pieces, intended to show off the ability of the performer. Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt is the acknowledged master of Bach on the piano.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Sonata In D Minor, BWV964: Adagio
      • 2. Sonata In D Minor, BWV964: Fuga: Allegro
      • 3. Sonata In D Minor, BWV964: Andante
      • 4. Sonata In D Minor, BWV964: Allegro
      • 5. French Suite No. 1 In D Minor, BWV812: Allemande
      • 6. French Suite No 1 In D Minor, BWV812: Courante
      • 7. French Suite No. 1 In D Minor, BWV812: Sarabande
      • 8. French Suite No. 1 In D Minor, BWV812: Menuet I And II
      • 9. French Suite No. 1 In D Minor, BWV812: Gigue
      • 10. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Allemande
      • 11. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Courante
      • 12. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Sarabande
      • 13. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Air
      • 14. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Menuet I And II
      • 15. French Suite No. 2 In C Minor, BWV813: Gigue
      • 16. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Allemande
      • 17. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Courante
      • 18. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Sarabande
      • 19. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Anglaise
      • 20. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Menuet And Trio
      • 21. French Suite No. 3 In B Minor, BWV814: Gigue
      • 22. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Major, BWV924
      • 23. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In G Minor, BWV 930
      • 24. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In D Major, BWV 925
      • 25. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In D Minor, BWV 926
      • 26. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In F Major, BWV 927
      • 27. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In F Major, BWV 928

      Disc 2

      • 1. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Major, BWV 933
      • 2. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Minor, BWV 934
      • 3. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In D Minor, BWV 935
      • 4. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In D Major, BWV 936
      • 5. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In E Major, BWV 937
      • 6. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In E Minor, BWV 938
      • 7. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Major, BWV 939
      • 8. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In D Minor, BWV 940
      • 9. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In E Minor, BWV 941
      • 10. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In A Minor, BWV 942
      • 11. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Major, BWV 943
      • 12. Six Little Preludes: Prelude In C Minor, BWV 999
      • 13. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Praeludium
      • 14. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Allemande
      • 15. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Majoe, BWV815: Courante
      • 16. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Sarabande
      • 17. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Gavotte I
      • 18. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Gavotte II
      • 19. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Menuet
      • 20. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Air
      • 21. French Suite No. 4 In E Flat Major, BWV815: Gigue
      • 22. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Allemande
      • 23. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Courante
      • 24. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Sarabande
      • 25. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Gavotte
      • 26. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Bourree
      • 27. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Loure
      • 28. French Suite No. 5 In G Major, BWV816: Gigue
      • 29. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Allemande
      • 30. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Courante
      • 31. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Sarabande
      • 32. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Gavotte
      • 33. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Polonaise
      • 34. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Bourree
      • 35. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Menuet
      • 36. French Suite No. 6 In E Major, BWV817: Gigue
      • 37. Prelude And Fugue In A Minor, BWV894: Prelude
      • 38. Prelude And Fugue In A Minor, BWV894: Fugue