Bach odyssey vii the welltempered clavier, book ii johann sebastian bach 18651750 the year after johann sebastian bach wrote the date 1722 on the title page of his first set of twentyfour preludes and fugues, the welltempered clavier, he left the court of anhaltcothen to take up his duties as kantor of the. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, collection of 48 preludes and fugues by johann sebastian bach, published in two books 1722 and 1742. The well tempered clavier 4cd box set angela hewitt. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, is a collection of two sets of preludes and fugues in. Well tempered clavier book 1 schirmers library of musical classics vo. Prelude i in c major, bwv 846 well tempered clavier first.
Her hyperion dvd on bach performance on the piano was released to coincide with the tour. It explores the intricacies of each of the 12 major and 12 minor keys and constitutes the largestscale and mostinfluential undertaking for. These contemporaneous works on the one hand exhaustively explore. This prelude is an intentionally simple series of chord arpeggios, walking through some modulations in the vicinity of and returning back to c maj. I think he got bachs strive for perfection the best. Well tempered clavier book one angela hewitt early music. Now, fresh from her bach world tourin which she performed the complete well tempered clavier from august 2007 until the end of october 2008 in 58 cities in 21 countries on six. I highly recommend this for all musicians and music students. In bachs time clavier was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an organ either the modern german spelling for the collection is. Bach preludes and fugues 112 well tempered clavier, book 1.
An essential musical masterpiece, full of joy, pain, and passion, j. Download the bach the welltempered clavier angela hewitt torrent or choose other bach the welltempered clavier angela hewitt torrent downloads. Johann sebastian bach was a noted german composer, keyboardist, and violinist. Lossless files are 96 khzbit, compressed with flac. The well tempered clavier, bwv 846893, collection of 48 preludes and fugues by johann sebastian bach, published in two books 1722 and 1742. Nov 16, 2004 now that im an old man, i want to learn bach. I know there have been discussions of ranking the difficulty of the well tempered clavier for example, bartok, but it is my understanding that those take into account the fugues as well.
Among modernday piano recordings of bachs welltempered clavier, angela hewitts has long held a favored place for its stylish perception, controlled virtuosity, intelligent application of dynamics, and warm, beautifully balanced sonics. As angela hewitt describes in the last few paragraphs of the booklet notes, this is the more recent recording made in 2008 towards the end of her bach. The present article discusses pedagogical aspects aiming to contribute to teaching and learning bachs preludes of the welltempered clavier. Though the pain was terrible, she went on stage just the same, with the help of two strong men, ice and a. Welltempered clavier book ii, bwv 870893 general discussions part 1. Bach s well tempered clavier is now available on cd, and for download. Free sheet music for the complete 48 preludes and fugues of the well tempered clavier by j. If you are a beginner or an advanced player, the question which score to use is always an important topic. Ten years ago angela hewitt recorded a version of the welltempered clavier book i which dazzled the critical world and recordbuying public. The well tempered clavier, book 2 complete bwv 870893 johann sebastian bach. Bach gave the present title to the work, which was composed for the use and practice of musical youth eager to learn and for the amusement of those already skilled in this study. This website intends to provide input in developing practically applicable concepts to improve the understanding and interpretation of js bach s well tempered clavier, whether one uses the piano, the harpsichord, organ, electronic keyboard, or any other instrument.
Hewitt s recordings of the well tempered clavier recent rerelease peter bright wrote february 25, 2008. Variations and much of the welltempered clavier seem like childs play in comparison. I would appreciate any info on ranking of the difficulty of the preludes in the well tempered clavier. Books i and ii, complete dover music for piano bach, johann sebastian on.
In july 2005, hewitt launched the trasimeno music festival in umbria near perugia, of which she is artistic director. The present article discusses pedagogical aspects aiming to contribute to teaching and learning bachs preludes of the well. The well tempered clavier bach is in the air bach partita no. The welltempered clavier, complete book 1 by johann. In bachs time clavier was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an organ either.
Ten years later, after her 200708 bach world tour in which she performed the complete welltempered clavier in 58 cities in 21 countries on six continents angela made an entirely new recording of this monumental work. Her entire 200708 season was devoted to complete performances of bachs the welltempered clavier in major cities all over the world. The welltempered clavier cda677414 johann sebastian. Now, fresh from her bach world tourin which she performed the complete welltempered clavier from august 2007 until the end of october 2008 in 58 cities in 21 countries on six.
Johann sebastian bach 16851750 hyperion cda677414 4 cds ten years ago angela hewitt recorded a version of the welltempered clavier book i which dazzled the critical world and recordbuying public. Take the rolling waves of rubato in the prelude in g sharp minor from book i as an. All of book i of bachs welltempered clavier is being rendered there in musescore animation. It explores the intricacies of each of the 12 major and 12 minor keys and constitutes the largestscale and mostinfluential undertaking for solo keyboard of the baroque era. The welltempered clavier book ii, bwv 870893 arthur loesser, piano the master tapes for this recording were made in mr. Prelude and fugue in bflat major, bwv 866 bach, johann sebastian movementssections movtssecs. In the german of bachs time clavier keyboard was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an organ either. Prelude and fugue in fsharp major, bwv 858 bach, johann. According to the great pianist and interpreter of bach, angela hewitt 2002, the prelude in b major. Then, there is an analysis of selected preludes that will exemplify the variety of styles found in this. With pairings of preludes and fugues for each major and minor key, bach s masterwork still serves as one of the most potent tools for students of the piano.
Continue from part 1 donald satz wrote february 16, 2001. His works such as the brandenburg concertos are known for their technical depth and artistic beauty. Prelude in d major continuous semiquavers from the right hand and a staccato bass line makes this prelude very joyous and playful. Now, fresh from her bach world tourin which she performed the complete welltempered clavier from august 2007 until the end of october 2008 in 58 cities in 21 countries on. Notes, from kimiko ishizakas open welltempered clavier. So far, almost every interpretaion of bach s well tempered clavier involves the radical faith about music and music performance, and every one tried their best excavating the great depth hidden in this reportoire. The complete solo bach recordings on hyperion angela hewitt. The welltempered clavier, book 2 complete bwv 870893 johann sebastian bach. Bach the welltempered clavier angela hewitt torrent. Bachs complete welltempered clavier by angela hewitt highlights. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, is a collection of two series of preludes and fugues in all major and minor keys, composed for solo keyboard by johann sebastian bach. Bac h the welltempered clavier, book i prelude and fugue no. A detailed guide that analyzes the structural, harmonic and thematic frame of.
Prelude and fugue in fsharp major, bwv 858 bach, johann sebastian movementssections movtssecs. In the presence of this consistently contrapuntal music, we may find ourselves listening contrapuntally, the musics lines carrying us effortlessly forward while also referring us back, the succession of preludes and fugues rising step by step to present us with new things and remind us of old ones. When talking about bachs keyboard works in general, glen gould is always the first and greatest name that comes to my mind. She has the best recordingsperformances of the well tempered clavier. Johann sebastian bach well tempered clavier piano solo ashley publications. It was followed shortly afterwards by book ii which was similarly received. Any complete recording of bachs keyboard works will have the welltempered clavier as a central and essential element. He first gave the title to a book of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, dated 1722, composed for the profit and use of musical youth desirous of learning. Woodward is placed in a more swimmy acoustic, and the piano sound is a bit tubbier and subject to some noticeable. Stanford libraries official online search tool for books, media, journals, databases, government documents and more. Bach prelude and fugue in c minor book 1 motivational interviewing third edition pdf, misc. Whats the best recording of bachs well tempered clavier. The welltempered clavier book 1 bwv84686911607 english. Weve begun with the well tempered clavier the prelude and fugue in cminor from book 1.
In this concert she plays bachs 24 preludes and fugues from the welltempered clavier, book i. Lossless files are 96 khz24bit, compressed with flac. The first instance to look at, which is also the most authoritative one, is to study the composers original manuscripts. This tour will celebrate the wonderful voyage she began in 1994 when she undertook to record all of bachs major keyboard works for hyperion recordsa project that took eleven years to complete. Of the more recent piano recordings of the well tempered clavier to come my way, that of roger woodward on the celestial harmonies label has remained a firm favourite, but i have to admit angela hewitts is the better recording. In 199798 angela hewitt recorded a version of the welltempered clavier which dazzled the critical world and recordbuying public. Loessers studio at the cleveland institute of music in 1964 by kenneth hamann. The two sets of 24 preludes and fugues book 1 dating from 1722 and book 2 from 1742 had. He gave the title to a book of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, dated 1722, composed for the profit and use of musical youth desirous of learning, and especially for the pastime of those. Complete score of the welltempered clavier, book 1, by johann sebastian bach open welltempered clavier project. Ranking of difficulty of well tempered clavier preludes. This new recording, and score, were made possible by kimiko ishizaka, musescore, and over 900 fans who supported the project. Bach preludes and fugues 112 well tempered clavier, book 2.
The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, is a collection of two series of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, composed for solo keyboard by johann sebastian bach. Bach composed a paired prelude and fugue in each of the 24 keys to demonstrate the viability of the new equal. Francais french worldrenowned pianist angela hewitt says she is on the mend after having fallen down a set of stairs on jan. Prelude and fugue in bflat major, bwv 866 bach, johann. The welltempered clavier, book 2 johann sebastian bach. In the german of bachs time clavier was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an organ either. He gave the title to a book of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, dated 1722, composed for the profit and use of musical youth desirous of learning, and especially for the. This is not the earlier and highly successful 199899 hyperion cycle. Pdf the present article discusses pedagogical aspects aiming to contribute to. The welltempered clavier, bwv 846893, is a collection of two sets of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, composed for solo keyboard by johann sebastian bach. In bachs time clavier keyboard was a generic name indicating a variety of keyboard instruments, most typically a harpsichord or clavichord but not excluding an. Which published edition of this work would you all recommend for me so that i can get the fingering right. The present article discusses pedagogical aspects aiming to contribute to teaching and learning bach s preludes of the well tempered clavier. Well tempered clavier book i, prelude c major we start our analysis with the, so to say, entry door into the 48, the well tempered clavier book i, prelude c maj.
The welltempered clavier 1997 recording to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. Towards the end of last year, hyperion rereleased angela hewitt s recordings of the well tempered clavier from the late 1990s in a budget boxed set. Concurrently, hyperion is releasing this limited edition box set of hewitt s 199899 iconic recordings of the 48 held by many critics to be the definitive piano version of bach s incomparable. The welltempered clavier cds442914 johann sebastian. Some 20 years later bach compiled a second book of the same kind, which became known as the well tempered clavier, part two in. The welltempered clavier wikipedia republished wiki 2.
Of the more recent piano recordings of the well tempered clavier to come my. The well tempered clavier, or preludes and fugues through all tones and semitones, relating to the major third, that is, ut re mi, as well as those related to the minor third, that is, re mi fa. In some of the areas, the fingering is driving me crazy. The welltempered clavier 2008 recording angela hewitt. August 2007 sees the start of angela hewitt s bach world tour in which she will bring her celebrated performances of the well tempered clavier to twentyfive countries on six continents. Words cannot describe how grateful i am that you undertook the monumental feat of playing both books i and ii of bachs wtc beautifully so. Angela hewitt bach well tempered clavier book 1 aug 10. Suggested preparatory piece for the prelude in eb minor, wtc i. August 2007 sees the start of angela hewitts bach world tour in which she will bring her celebrated performances of the welltempered clavier to twentyfive countries on six continents. A ngela hewitt made her first recording of the 48 preludes and fugues in the late 1990s, as part of her hyperion cycle of bachs. Feb 09, 2009 bach preludes and fugues 112 well tempered clavier, book 1.