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Johann Sebastian Bach - Bach: Brandenburg Concertos No. 1-4; Neville Marriner; Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Audio CD

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Title: Bach: Brandenburg Concertos No. 1-4; Neville Marriner; Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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Release Date: 2004-07-13
Media: Audio CD

Tracks: 1: Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: I. (Allegro) 2: Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: II. Adagio 3: Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: III. Allegro 4: Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: IV. Menuet & Trio 5: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: I. (Allegro) 6: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: II. Andante 7: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assai 8: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: I. Allegro 9: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: II. Adagio 10: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: III. Allegro 11: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: I. Allegro 12: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: II. Andante 13: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: III. Presto

Classic Bach as it should be Played
This recording, while not limited to period instruments, gives an excellent example of why Bach lovers love the Brandenburg Concertos. The Brandenberg Concertos are among the classics of Bach that all music lovers should own.


Wonderful recording of this marvelous Bach's masterpiece
I was very pleassed to hear this wonderfull recording of Neville Marriner of these marvelous Bach's masterpieces.


Best modern instrument performances in my opinion
There are probably more great period instrument recordings (Trevor Pinnock and the English Concert is my personal favorite) to choose from than modern instrument recordings, but I think this is the best available modern instrument recording. I think with the Brandenbergs, the deciding factor on which set to buy is whether you prefer modern instruments or period instruments. You pretty much cannot go wrong with anything by Marriner and the ASMF, but this is truly one of their better recordings and has been for a number of years. There may be others out there just as good, but I doubt if you will find any better.


Bach at his best
That's what makes them so appealing. Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, like much of Bach's works, are very modern sounding pieces. Although each movement is no more than a few minutes long, the melodies and form of each are well developed and gorgeous.

This recording is especially worth buying because Marriner and the Academy produce a well-balanced and well-played interpretation. The instruments are not period instruments, but I think that adds to the overall flavor of this recording. Although the Boston Baroque offers recordings using period pieces, they don't match the interpretive genius of Neville Marriner.

Overall, this disc is a great buy -- only a few dollars for some of my favorite pieces by Bach. Don't make the mistake of assuming the low price of this set is somehow an indication of quality. .


Easy to Enjoy
However, I am an avid listener and do enjoy classical music. I am not a musician nor can I identify Bach's Brandenburg Concerto number one from number five. I know how good the Academy of St Martin in the Fields is and what a great conductor Sir Neville Marriner is. Most of all, I can identify a real bargain when I see one and this CD qualifies as a great bargain.

Bach's concertos are relaxing and very enjoyable. The Academy performs under the sure hand of Sir Marriner at the highest level. Each CD is just over an hour, the sound is clear and as Gramophone says "these performances are easy to enjoy".

This review refers to both the CD for concertos Nos. 1-4 and the CD for concertos Nos. 5 & & with Orchestral Suite No. 1.
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