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J.S. Bach: At Arlesheim

Baroque Spiritual Virtuosic Uplifting Dramatic
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Composer
Johann Sebastian Bach
Artist
Ivan Ronda
Format
CD
Label
Brilliant Classics
Released
Mar 21, 2025
Catalog #
BRI97389
UPC
5028421973890

About

This recital offers a fine mix of Bach's organ works, at larger and smaller scales, on the renowned historical instrument made by Alsatian organ builder Johann Andreas Silbermann of Strasbourg, a master of French baroque organ construction. It follows in a distinguished line of recordings of Bach made in the extraordinary acoustic of the Arlesheim Cathedral, by such luminaries as Walter Kraft, Karl Richter and Lionel Rogg. Situated just outside the city of Basel, the village of Arlesheim grew up around it's Cathedral, which was the church of the displaced cathedral chapter of the Diocese of Basel from 1679 to 1792. The first three years of this tenure saw the Bishop build not only the cathedral, but also a complete town centre with houses for the advisors and the administration of the See, using architect Franz Demess. A total refurbishment and enlargement of the Cathedral was begun in 1759, culminating in the installation of the Silbermann organ two years later. The organ builder was included in the renovation's planning from the start, such that modifications to the Cathedral's architecture were made with a view to enhancing the nave's musical acoustics. The instrument was restored by Metzler in 1959-62 and then again in 2005 by Gaston Kern. It is an example of the fusion of French and German organ building styles. Other information: - Recorded July 2012 in Arlesheim (Switzerland) - Booklet in English contains liner notes by the organist, a description of the organ with stop list, and a profile of the artist - This 2-CD set presents organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach, played on the Silbermann organ in the Dom of Arlesheim. - This organ in the Dom of Arlesheim is a masterpiece of Baroque organ building, built by Johann Andreas Silbermann in 1761. Located in the Arlesheim Cathedral (Dom) near Basel, Switzerland, it is one of the finest examples of Silbermann's work and one of the most historically significant organs in Europe. The organ is known for it's rich tonal qualities, combining both French and German influences, typical of Silbermann's style. It's elaborate case, decorated with gold leaf and intricate carvings, complements the interior of the Dom, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere during services and concerts. Despite restorations over the centuries, the organ retains much of it's original pipework and mechanical structure, ensuring an authentic sound. - The program includes favorite organ works, including the famous Toccata & Fugue BWV565, 3 Concerto transcriptions by Vivaldi, the Trio Sonata BWV 530 and several Choralvorspiele. - Played by Italian master organist Ivan Ronda, internationally acclaimed by guest appearances in such venues as Westminster Abbey and King's College Cambridge.

Tracklist 38 tracks

  1. 1 Toccata 02:49
    Track
    1
    Title
    Toccata
    Duration
    02:49
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  2. 2 Fugue 06:52
    Track
    2
    Title
    Fugue
    Duration
    06:52
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  3. 3 18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Choräle": Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659 05:03
    Track
    3
    Title
    18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Choräle": Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659
    Duration
    05:03
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  4. 4 I. Vivace 04:13
    Track
    4
    Title
    I. Vivace
    Duration
    04:13
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  5. 5 II. Lento 07:00
    Track
    5
    Title
    II. Lento
    Duration
    07:00
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  6. 6 III. Allegro 03:59
    Track
    6
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    03:59
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  7. 7 No. 1. Prelude and Fugue in C Major, BWV 553 04:34
    Track
    7
    Title
    No. 1. Prelude and Fugue in C Major, BWV 553
    Duration
    04:34
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  8. 8 No. 4. Prelude and Fugue in F Major, BWV 556 03:26
    Track
    8
    Title
    No. 4. Prelude and Fugue in F Major, BWV 556
    Duration
    03:26
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  9. 9 No. 7. Prelude and Fugue in A Minor, BWV 559 03:07
    Track
    9
    Title
    No. 7. Prelude and Fugue in A Minor, BWV 559
    Duration
    03:07
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  10. 10 No. 8. Prelude and Fugue in B-Flat Major, BWV 560 04:24
    Track
    10
    Title
    No. 8. Prelude and Fugue in B-Flat Major, BWV 560
    Duration
    04:24
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  11. 11 I. [Allegro] 01:09
    Track
    11
    Title
    I. [Allegro]
    Duration
    01:09
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  12. 12 II. Grave 00:25
    Track
    12
    Title
    II. Grave
    Duration
    00:25
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  13. 13 III. Fugue 03:26
    Track
    13
    Title
    III. Fugue
    Duration
    03:26
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  14. 14 IV. Largo e spiccato 03:06
    Track
    14
    Title
    IV. Largo e spiccato
    Duration
    03:06
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  15. 15 V. [Allegro] 03:12
    Track
    15
    Title
    V. [Allegro]
    Duration
    03:12
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  16. 16 Erbarm dich mein, o Herre Gott, BWV 721 04:25
    Track
    16
    Title
    Erbarm dich mein, o Herre Gott, BWV 721
    Duration
    04:25
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  17. 17 I. — 04:21
    Track
    17
    Title
    I. —
    Duration
    04:21
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  18. 18 II. Adagio 03:41
    Track
    18
    Title
    II. Adagio
    Duration
    03:41
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  19. 19 III. Allegro 04:13
    Track
    19
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    04:13
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  20. 20 I. Prelude 02:33
    Track
    20
    Title
    I. Prelude
    Duration
    02:33
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  21. 21 II. Allemande 02:34
    Track
    21
    Title
    II. Allemande
    Duration
    02:34
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  22. 22 III. Aria 02:23
    Track
    22
    Title
    III. Aria
    Duration
    02:23
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  23. 23 IV. Gigue 04:35
    Track
    23
    Title
    IV. Gigue
    Duration
    04:35
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  24. 24 I. [Allegro assai] 03:30
    Track
    24
    Title
    I. [Allegro assai]
    Duration
    03:30
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  25. 25 II. Grave 02:09
    Track
    25
    Title
    II. Grave
    Duration
    02:09
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  26. 26 III. Presto 02:03
    Track
    26
    Title
    III. Presto
    Duration
    02:03
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  27. 27 Choral: Sei gegrüsset, Jesu gütig 01:51
    Track
    27
    Title
    Choral: Sei gegrüsset, Jesu gütig
    Duration
    01:51
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  28. 28 Variation 1 02:57
    Track
    28
    Title
    Variation 1
    Duration
    02:57
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  29. 29 Variation 2 01:14
    Track
    29
    Title
    Variation 2
    Duration
    01:14
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  30. 30 Variation 3 00:56
    Track
    30
    Title
    Variation 3
    Duration
    00:56
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  31. 31 Variation 4 01:22
    Track
    31
    Title
    Variation 4
    Duration
    01:22
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  32. 32 Variation 5 01:21
    Track
    32
    Title
    Variation 5
    Duration
    01:21
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  33. 33 Variation 6 01:27
    Track
    33
    Title
    Variation 6
    Duration
    01:27
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  34. 34 Variation 7 01:46
    Track
    34
    Title
    Variation 7
    Duration
    01:46
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  35. 35 Variation 8 01:13
    Track
    35
    Title
    Variation 8
    Duration
    01:13
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  36. 36 Variation 9 01:19
    Track
    36
    Title
    Variation 9
    Duration
    01:19
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  37. 37 Variation 10 05:10
    Track
    37
    Title
    Variation 10
    Duration
    05:10
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda
  38. 38 Variation 11 01:43
    Track
    38
    Title
    Variation 11
    Duration
    01:43
    Composer
    Johann Sebastian Bach
    Performer
    Ivan Ronda