Calming Baroque Music

Johann Sebastian Bach:

1. Track 1 Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "Air on the G String" (Arr. for Viola, Strings and Harpsichord)
2. Track 2 Cello Suite No.1 in G major, BWV 1007: I. Prélude

Antonio Vivaldi:

3. Track 3 Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus

Johann Sebastian Bach:

4. Track 4 Concerto for 2 Keyboards in C Minor, BWV 1060: II. Largo ovvero Adagio

Antonio Vivaldi:

5. Track 5 The Four Seasons (Le Quattro Stagioni), Op. 8, Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo

6. Track 6 Tomaso Albinoni: Oboe Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 9: II. Adagio

Antonio Vivaldi:

7. Track 7 The Four Seasons (Le Quattro Stagioni), Op. 8, Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 "Spring": II. Largo

Jean-Philippe Rameau:

8. Track 8 Les Tendres Plaintes

Christoph Willibald Gluck:

9. Track 9 Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq.30: Mélodie

10. Track 10 Johann Sebastian Bach|Charles Gounod: Ave Maria (After J.S. Bach)
11. Track 11 Antonio Caldara: Vaghe luci

Antonio Vivaldi:

12. Track 12 Concerto for Lute and Strings in D Major, P.209, F XII, 15: II. Largo (Arranged for Guitar and Bayan)

Johann Sebastian Bach:

13. Track 13 Ich ruf zu dir Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639

Antonio Vivaldi:

14. Track 14 Oboe Concerto No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 39: II. Largetto

Johann Sebastian Bach:

15. Track 15 Prelude and Fugue C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849: Prelude
16. Track 16 Prelude and Fugue C-Sharp Minor, BWV 849: Fugue

Antonio Vivaldi:

17. Track 17 L'incoronazione di Dario, RV 719: II. Andante

Johann Sebastian Bach:

18. Track 18 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.