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Simply Baroque

Simply BaroqueCreators: Yo-Yo Ma, Johann Christoph Bach, Johann Sebastian Bach, Luigi Boccherini, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Label: Sony
Category: Music

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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 8 reviews
Sales Rank: 1790

Format: Extra tracks, Original recording remastered
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5

MPN: 90386
UPC: 827969038628
EAN: 0827969038628
ASIN: B0000CD5G9

Release Date: September 30, 2003
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Tracks:

  • Cantata No. 167, 'Ihr Menschen, rühmet Gottes Liebe,' BWV 167 (BC A176): Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren
  • St. Matthew Passion (Matthäuspassion), for soloists, double chorus & double orchestra, BWV 244 (BC D3b): Erbarme dich
  • Cantata No. 147, 'Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben,' BWV 147 (BC A174): Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
  • Cantata No. 22, 'Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe,' BWV 22 (BC A48): Ertöt' uns durch dein' Güte
  • Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ (I), chorale prelude for organ (Orgel-Büchlein No. 41), BWV 639 (BC K68)
  • Kommst du nun, Jesu, vom Himmel herunter, chorale prelude for organ (Schübler Chorale No. 6), BWV 650 (BC K27)
  • 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
  • Cantata No. 136, 'Erforsche mich, Gott, und erfahre mein Herz,' BWV 136 (BC A111): Dein Blut, der edle Saft
  • Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, BWV 1068: Air on a G String
  • Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: I. Allegro
  • Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: II. Adagio
  • Cello Concerto in G major, G. 480: III. Allegro
  • Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): I. Allegro con spirito
  • Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): II. Larghetto
  • Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): III. Rondo
  • Cello Concerto in D major, G. 478 (doubtful): IV. Rondo comodo assai
  • Cantata No. 75, 'Die Elenden sollen essen,' BWV 75 (BC A94): Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetan
  • Goldberg Variations, for keyboard (Clavier-Übung IV), BWV 988 (BC L9): Aria
  • Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, chorale prelude for organ (Schübler Chorale No. 1), BWV 645 (BC K22)

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4 out of 5 stars a little bit of prominence to the cello, to go with the picture   May 14, 2008
Renato B. Bismonte (qatar)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I bought this because I love to listen to cellos. On my Mark&Daniels,the sound is first rate, overall. ButI would have loved to have the cello given a bit more prominence, audio-wise. The accompanying instruments are aggressive enough to drown the cello out in the musical pictures, except for the first selection which is just fabulous.


5 out of 5 stars YO YO MA'S SIMPLY BAROQUE IS SIMPLY... WONDERFUL !   March 31, 2008
ol' nuff n' den sum (the Virginia coast, USA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful

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!



5 out of 5 stars classical music   January 7, 2008
ming2
Simply Baroque
Beautiful listening and perfect showcase for Yo-Yo-Ma. This music can be enjoyed every day and still give you the emotions that you felt the first time you heard such music played.



5 out of 5 stars Outstanding Musical Experience   November 5, 2007
Joseph G. Rousseau (Saginaw, Michigan United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Yo Yo Ma is a consummate musician. If you love baroque music, you'll love this CD. It offers a sublime musical experience.


5 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable Listening   August 27, 2007
Erik Holladay
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Simply Baroque by Yo-Yo Ma is an excellent addition to anyone's collection of Baroque Music. The rich Cello tones strike a proper balance between showcasing Yo-Yo Ma and letting the rest of the musicians play the music. This CD is a beautiful collection of Baroque music. If you like Baroque, get this CD.

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