Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2," masterfully interpreted by pianist Anton Mejias. This exquisite album, set for release on March 28, 2025, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, offers a comprehensive journey through Bach's iconic compositions. Each of the 24 preludes and fugues, meticulously crafted by Bach, showcases the composer's unparalleled genius and the pianist's virtuosic skill.
Complementing Bach's masterpieces are Philip Lasser's "12 Preludes for Solo Piano 'The Art of Memory'," a modern homage to the Baroque era. Lasser's compositions, interspersed throughout the album, provide a contemporary counterpoint to Bach's timeless works, creating a fascinating dialogue between the past and present.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 46 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring power of classical music. Mejias' nuanced performances bring a fresh perspective to these beloved pieces, revealing new depths and subtleties in each note. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and captivating listening experience.
Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 870/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 871/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 1Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 3 in C-Sharp Major, BWV 872/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 873/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor, BWV 873/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 2Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 874/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 875/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 6 in D Minor, BWV 875/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 3Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 7 in E-Flat Major, BWV 876/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 8 in D-Sharp Minor, BWV 877/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 4Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 9 in E Major, BWV 878/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 879/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 10 in E Minor, BWV 879/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 5Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 11 in F Major, BWV 880/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 6Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 882/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 13 in F-Sharp Major, BWV 882/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 7Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 15 in G Major, BWV 884/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 15 in G Major, BWV 884/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 16 in G Minor, BWV 885/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 8Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 17 in A-Flat Major, BWV 886/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 887/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor, BWV 887/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 9Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 19 in A Major, BWV 888/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 19 in A Major, BWV 888/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 889/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 889/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Anton Mejias
12 Preludes for Solo Piano "The Art of Memory": Prelude 10Philip Lasser, Anton Mejias
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