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C.P.E. Bach, Haydn & Mozart: The Classical Organ

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Composer
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Franz Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Artist
Robert Costin
Format
CD
Label
First Hand Records
Released
Feb 07, 2025
Catalog #
FHR173
UPC
5060216341736

About

N the 18th century, Europe experienced a profound musical transformation from the Baroque to the Classical period. At the centre of this period stands Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. He emerges as a fascinating and highly influential figure in music history, embodying the transition from the Baroque to the Classical and Romantic periods. Throughout his life, C.P.E. Bach composed over three hundred keyboard works. His foray into organ music was significantly influenced by his association with Princess Anna Amalia of Prussia (1723-1787), sister of his employer King Frederick and recognised as one of the most enthusiastic collectors, performers, and composers among the women of the 18th century. The princess, had an organ installed in her living room to immerse herself in the 'learned style' epitomised by Bach's father. It cannot be coincidence that the first four of Bach's five organ sonatas were composed in 1755, the same year Amalia's organ was installed. These compositions represent a departure from traditional forms, emphasising an expansive expressive range and harmonic innovation. Only the five sonatas listed in Bach's own catalogue have been included in this recording. Amidst the flourishing creativity of the Classical period, a fascination with mechanical music swept across Europe. Esteemed composers such as Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart embraced this trend, creating compositions that enhanced both public and private musical experiences.

Tracklist 22 tracks

  1. 1 I. Allegro di molto 04:30
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Allegro di molto
    Duration
    04:30
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  2. 2 II. Adagio e mesto 04:02
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Adagio e mesto
    Duration
    04:02
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  3. 3 III. Allegro 05:22
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    05:22
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  4. 4 No. 7. Menuett 01:40
    Track
    4
    Title
    No. 7. Menuett
    Duration
    01:40
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  5. 5 No. 19. Andante 01:02
    Track
    5
    Title
    No. 19. Andante
    Duration
    01:02
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  6. 6 I. Allegro moderato 05:00
    Track
    6
    Title
    I. Allegro moderato
    Duration
    05:00
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  7. 7 II. Adagio 03:54
    Track
    7
    Title
    II. Adagio
    Duration
    03:54
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  8. 8 III. Allegro 06:51
    Track
    8
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    06:51
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  9. 9 Andante in F Major, K. 616 07:12
    Track
    9
    Title
    Andante in F Major, K. 616
    Duration
    07:12
    Composer
    Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  10. 10 I. Allegro 04:40
    Track
    10
    Title
    I. Allegro
    Duration
    04:40
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  11. 11 II. Largo 03:20
    Track
    11
    Title
    II. Largo
    Duration
    03:20
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  12. 12 III. Allegretto 05:32
    Track
    12
    Title
    III. Allegretto
    Duration
    05:32
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  13. 13 No. 20. Menuett 00:58
    Track
    13
    Title
    No. 20. Menuett
    Duration
    00:58
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  14. 14 No. 5. Menuett 00:56
    Track
    14
    Title
    No. 5. Menuett
    Duration
    00:56
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  15. 15 I. Allegro assai 04:15
    Track
    15
    Title
    I. Allegro assai
    Duration
    04:15
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  16. 16 II. Adagio 03:54
    Track
    16
    Title
    II. Adagio
    Duration
    03:54
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  17. 17 III. Allegro 04:47
    Track
    17
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    04:47
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  18. 18 No. 9. Menuett: Allegretto 00:44
    Track
    18
    Title
    No. 9. Menuett: Allegretto
    Duration
    00:44
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  19. 19 No. 10. Andante 00:55
    Track
    19
    Title
    No. 10. Andante
    Duration
    00:55
    Composer
    Franz Joseph Haydn
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  20. 20 I. Allegro 03:21
    Track
    20
    Title
    I. Allegro
    Duration
    03:21
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  21. 21 II. Arioso 02:46
    Track
    21
    Title
    II. Arioso
    Duration
    02:46
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin
  22. 22 III. Allegro 03:12
    Track
    22
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    03:12
    Composer
    Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
    Performer
    Robert Costin