J.S. Bach - Six Concerts Brandebourgeois (Brandenburg Concertos) Vol. I / LP

LDE 3033

Product Details:

• Label: LDE 3033 Artistique
• Format: Vinyl, Volume I (1st, 3rd, and 6th Brandenburg Concertos)
• Country: France
• Released: 1955
• Genre: Classical

Overview

J.S. Bach's Six Concerts Brandebourgeois (Brandenburg Concertos) is an iconic work that defines the Baroque period, dedicated to Christian Ludwig, Margrave of Brandenburg, on March 24, 1721. This 1955 recording by L'Orchestre de Chambre "Pro Arte" de Munich, under the direction of Kurt Redel, captures the elegance and complexity of Bach's masterpiece.

Volume I of this recording features the 1st, 3rd, and 6th concertos, showcasing the intricate interplay between strings, woodwinds, brass, and harpsichord. These concertos, celebrated for their dynamic structure and musical richness, remain timeless examples of Bach's compositional genius.

This recording also includes a historical perspective through the liner notes, which delve into the artistry and history behind the Brandenburg Concertos. A noteworthy feature is the use of the harpsichord by Hans Priegnitz, adding authenticity to the Baroque soundscape.

Track Listing

1st Concerto in F Major (BWV 1046)

1. Allegro
2. Adagio
3. Allegro
4. Menuetto - Trio - Menuetto
5. Polacca - Menuetto - Trio - Menuetto

3rd Concerto in G Major (BWV 1048)

1. Allegro
2. Adagio
3. Allegro (Cadence by Hans Priegnitz)

6th Concerto in B-flat Major (BWV 1051)

1. Allegro Moderato
2. Adagio ma non tanto
3. Allegro

Key Credits

• Conductor: Kurt Redel
• Orchestra: L'Orchestre de Chambre "Pro Arte" de Munich
• Harpsichord: Hans Priegnitz
• Featured Instruments: Strings, Flutes, Oboes, Trumpets, Harpsichord
• Recording Engineer: André Charlin
• Liner Notes Study: J.-F. Paillard

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