Calming Baroque Music

Various Artists

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Track 1 Johann Sebastian Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "Air on the G String" (Arr. for Viola, Strings and Harpsichord)
Track 2 Johann Sebastian Bach: Cello Suite No.1 in G major, BWV 1007: I. Prélude
Track 3 Antonio Vivaldi: Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus
Track 4 Johann Sebastian Bach: Concerto for 2 Keyboards in C Minor, BWV 1060: II. Largo ovvero Adagio
Track 5 Antonio Vivaldi: The Four Seasons (Le Quattro Stagioni), Op. 8, Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo
Track 6 Tomaso Albinoni: Oboe Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 9: II. Adagio
Track 7 Antonio Vivaldi: The Four Seasons (Le Quattro Stagioni), Op. 8, Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 "Spring": II. Largo
Track 8 Jean-Philippe Rameau: Les Tendres Plaintes
Track 9 Christoph Willibald Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq.30: Mélodie
Track 10 Johann Sebastian Bach|Charles Gounod: Ave Maria (After J.S. Bach)
Track 11 Antonio Caldara: Vaghe luci
Track 12 Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto for Lute and Strings in D Major, P.209, F XII, 15: II. Largo (Arranged for Guitar and Bayan)
Track 13 Johann Sebastian Bach: Ich ruf zu dir Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639
Track 14 Antonio Vivaldi: Oboe Concerto No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 39: II. Largetto
Track 15 Johann Sebastian Bach: Prelude and Fugue C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849: Prelude
Track 16 Johann Sebastian Bach: Prelude and Fugue C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849: Fugue
Track 17 Antonio Vivaldi: L'incoronazione di Dario, RV 719: II. Andante
Track 18 Johann Sebastian Bach: The Well-Tempered Clavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: 1. Prelude in C Major, BWV 846

Calming Baroque Music (2021) is a carefully curated compilation devoted to the Baroque era. Assembled from the classical repertoire, this collection brings together pieces chosen for their ability to illuminate the contrapuntal genius of the Baroque period — making it an ideal companion for Baroque music, counterpoint, and early music exploration.

The recording draws on works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Tomaso Albinoni, Jean-Philippe Rameau, and Christoph Willibald Gluck, composers whose music has stood the test of time and speaks with particular eloquence to listeners seeking Baroque music, counterpoint, and early music exploration. Each piece has been chosen for its expressive depth and its power to resonate long after the last note fades.

Whether you are new to classical music or returning to old favorites, Calming Baroque Music offers both an accessible entry point and a genuinely enriching musical experience. Oclassica is an independent classical music label dedicated to bringing exceptional recordings to audiences worldwide.