Simply Baroque [Extra tracks, Original recording remastered]

Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Johann Christoph Bach (Composer), Luigi Boccherini (Composer), Ton Koopman (Conductor, Performer), Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra (Orchestra) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Ton Koopman
• Orchestra: Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
• Conductor: Ton Koopman
• Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach, Johann Christoph Bach, Luigi Boccherini
• Audio CD (September 30, 2003)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Extra tracks, Original recording remastered
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B0000CD5G9
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,074 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings

1. Cantata No. 167, 'Ihr Menschen, rühmet Gottes Liebe,' BWV 167 (BC A176): Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren

2. St. Matthew Passion (Matthäuspassion), for soloists, double chorus & double orchestra, BWV 244 (BC D3b): Erbarme dich

3. Cantata No. 147, 'Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben,' BWV 147 (BC A174): Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

4. Cantata No. 22, 'Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe,' BWV 22 (BC A48): Ertöt' uns durch dein' Güte

5. Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ (I), chorale prelude for organ (Orgel-Büchlein No. 41), BWV 639 (BC K68)

6. Kommst du nun, Jesu, vom Himmel herunter, chorale prelude for organ (Schübler Chorale No. 6), BWV 650 (BC K27)

7. Merk auf, mein Herz, und sieh dorthin, motet for double chorus (formerly attrib. to J.S. Bach, BWV Anh. 163): Laß mein Herz die Münze

8. Cantata No. 136, 'Erforsche mich, Gott, und erfahre mein Herz,' BWV 136 (BC A111): Dein Blut, der edle Saft

9. Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, BWV 1068: Air on a G String

10. Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: I. Allegro

11. Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: II. Adagio

12. Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: III. Allegro

13. Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): I. Allegro con spirito

14. Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): II. Larghetto

15. Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): III. Rondo

16. Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): IV. Rondo comodo assai

17. Cantata No. 75, 'Die Elenden sollen essen,' BWV 75 (BC A94): Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetan

18. Goldberg Variations, for keyboard (Clavier-Übung IV), BWV 988 (BC L9): Aria

19. Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, chorale prelude for organ (Schübler Chorale No. 1), BWV 645 (BC K22)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars YO YO MA'S SIMPLY BAROQUE IS SIMPLY... WONDERFUL !, March 31, 2008

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ol' nuff n' den sum (the Virginia coast, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simply Baroque (Audio CD)

The Baroque Period in Europe originated in the early 17th century and reached it's peak in the early 18th century. The English word "baroque" is translated from the Italian "barocco", meaning "bizarre". "Passionate" is probably more like it. Johann Sebastian Bach is the most celebrated of the Baroque composers, although George Frederick Handel and Antonio Vivaldi are also famous for their Baroque music.

Yo Yo Ma's Simply Baroque (1999) brings the Grammy Award winning master cellist together with the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra (Ton Koopman) to perform mostly Bach pieces from the 18th century late Baroque period. You might recognize some of this music even if you don't know your classical music. It is thoughtful and soothing, even sounding sacred at times. Yo Yo's rich and soulful cello brings a sad beauty to these beautiful melodies, and his skillful perfection is satisfying and impressive. Enveloped by the A.B.O., Ma brings these great compositions to life, and once again a new generation hears the music of Bach and Boccherini.

You don't have to know anything about classical music to enjoy Simply Baroque; it's quite enjoyable just as it is. It's relaxing, reflective and interesting. It's simply... wonderful!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Baroque, August 12, 2007

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John Keating - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Simply Baroque (Audio CD)

This is simply a beautiful cd. I find myself carried away by the arrangements-just wonderful! I must admit this is my first cd by Yo-Yo Ma. It will not be the last. If this is the kind of quality one can expect from this artist, I am a fan!

I have listened to this cd 3/4 times and it still amazes me. I become a part of the music. If you enjoy classical music with arrangements that are intelligent, played with sensitivity, and a joy to experience, buy this cd.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars simply baroque, July 30, 2007

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Anita K. Barni (St. Louis, MO) - See all my reviews
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Great album of YO YO Ma's ......as usual he is a master of the instrument.....I have to say , however, that Simply Baroque II was a greater listening pleasure for me simply because the music was more uplifting and in the style of baroque I prefer....but this is also a fine album for Baroque lovers.