Wilhelm Friedemann Bach (1710-84) was one of the most outstanding, yet at the same time, most idiosyncratic composers of his time. His work reflects his ambitious attempt to assimilate his father's legacy and to develop it further to suit the taste of his own generation. This becomes apparent in his keyboard music - from the early works to the late sonatas and fantasias. The oldest Bach son delights US here with his appealing synthesis of highly complex baroque and sensitive gallant styles. LÃ©on Berben's inspiring performances profoundly emphasize the significance of this music and continue the Carus series of works by Wilhelm Friedemann Bach.

Tracklist:

Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 2a/Fk. 1b: I. Allegro
Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 2a/Fk. 1b: II. Grave
Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 2a/Fk. 1b: III. Vivace
Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 1/Fk. Deest: I. Allegro
Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 1/Fk. Deest: II. Andante
Keyboard Sonata In C Major, Br-Wfb A 1/Fk. Deest: III. Presto
Keyboard Sonata In D Major, Br-Wfb A 5/Fk. 4: I. Allegretto
Keyboard Sonata In D Major, Br-Wfb A 5/Fk. 4: II. Suave
Keyboard Sonata In D Major, Br-Wfb A 5/Fk. 4: III. Vivace
Keyboard Sonata In E-Flat Major, Br-Wfb A 8/Fk. Deest: I. Allegro
Keyboard Sonata In E-Flat Major, Br-Wfb A 8/Fk. Deest: II. Andante
Keyboard Sonata In E-Flat Major, Br-Wfb A 8/Fk. Deest: III. Vivace
Fantasia In C Minor, Br-Wfb A 19/Fk. 16
Keyboard Sonata In E Minor, Br-Wfb A 9/Fk. Deest: I. Allegro Ma Non Tanto
Keyboard Sonata In E Minor, Br-Wfb A 9/Fk. Deest: II. Siciliano
Keyboard Sonata In E Minor, Br-Wfb A 9/Fk. Deest: III. Vivace
Keyboard Sonata In F Major, Br-Wfb A 11b/Fk. 6b: I. Allegro Ma Non Molto
Keyboard Sonata In F Major, Br-Wfb A 11b/Fk. 6b: II. Larghetto
Keyboard Sonata In F Major, Br-Wfb A 11b/Fk. 6b: III. Presto
Fantasia In E Minor, Br-Wfb A 23/Fk. 20

UPC: 4009350833883
Label: Carus
Release Date: 2.10.15
Format: CD

Bach / Berben - Claviermusik 2 (CD)