Description
Johann Sebastian Bach – Organ Works Vol. 17 (Early Versions & Variants) CD
Performed by Gerhard Weinberger
UPC: 761203715329
MPN: cpo 777 153-2
Brand Name: cpo
Overview
In Volume 17 of his acclaimed Bach cycle, organist Gerhard Weinberger presents early versions and variant readings of Johann Sebastian Bach’s organ works. Recorded on two historic Thüringen instruments from the 18th century, this collection highlights Bach’s process of musical refinement and his experimentation with texture and form. The program features alternate forms of well-known preludes, fugues, and chorale settings, shedding new light on the composer’s creative evolution.
Product Features
- Format: 1 Audio CD
- Total Time: 65:59 minutes
- Release Year: 2005
- Label: cpo
- Country of Origin: Germany
- Sound: DDD (Digital)
- Performer: Gerhard Weinberger, organ
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Instruments:
- Johann Georg Schröter Organ, Wandersleben (St. Petri, 1724) [Tracks 1–9]
- Franciscus Volckland/Ernst Siegfried Hesse Organ, Mühlberg (St. Lukas, 1729/1823)
Track Listing
1–3. Praeludium, Trio & Fuga in G, BWV 541 & 528/3 – 10:21 4–5. Praeludium & Fuga in E minor, BWV 533a – 4:51 6–7. Praeludium & Fuga in G minor, BWV 535a – 5:57 8–9. Fantasia & Fuga in C minor, BWV 562/1 & 546/2 – 11:10 10–12. Praeludium, Trio & Fuga in C, BWV 545 & 529/2 – 11:31 13. Chorale: An Wasserflüssen Babylon a 5, con 2 tastiere e pedale doppio, BWV 653b – 5:26 14. Fuga in D, BWV 532a – 4:36 15. Praeludium, Trio & Fuga in B, BWV 545b – 11:59
Interesting Facts
- This series is one of the most comprehensive modern recordings of Bach’s complete organ works, performed on historic baroque instruments in authentic locations.
- The alternate versions (a and b) often reveal Bach’s earlier thoughts, showing subtle differences in counterpoint, registration, and structure.
- The Wandersleben organ (1724) and Mühlberg organ (1729/1823) provide an authentic tonal palette close to what Bach himself would have known.
- Gerhard Weinberger, a renowned Bach interpreter, combines historical awareness with a vibrant and energetic playing style.
Publishers
℗ 2005 cpo. Recording Supervisor: Thomas Angelkorte. Executive Producer: Burkhard Schmilgun. Cover Painting: Camille Graeser (Musikale Valenze, 1950).
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