Johann Sebastian Bach: Concerto for 2 Violins in D minor, BWV 1043, 1. Vivace, for String Quartet. Arranged and recorded by the Allegro String Ensemble exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. Live performance. No computers, no samples.
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| Track ID number: | 20973 |
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| Genres: | Bach |
| Moods/Emotions: | Busy / Active / Bustling -- Regal / Majestic / Honorable -- Classy / Elegant / Exclusive |
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| Prominent Instruments: | String Section |
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| Tempo feel: | Medium -- Fast |
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| Artist: | Allegro String Ensemble -- Bach, Johann Sebastian |
| Composer: | Bach, Johann Sebastian |
| Publisher: | Lynne Publishing (Track not PRO-registered) |
| SRCO (Sound Recording Copyright Owner): | Lynne Publishing AS |
| PRO / Non-PRO Track? | Non PRO (What's this?) |
| WAV file bit depth: | HD / 24-Bit (What's this?) |
| Stem files available for this track: | No |
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Music collection: Classical Chamber Strings, Vol. 216 tracks |
Allegro String Ensemble
Allegro String Ensemble is a chamber string orchestra from California, sometimes appearing as a string quartet and sometimes as a string quintet, recording favorite classical masterpieces exclusively for Lynne Publishing. All performances are 100% live, without the use of computers or electronics, and all recordings are live-in-studio single-take direct recordings.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Johann Sebastian Bach
March 31, 1685 – July 28, 1750
Johann Sebastian Bach was a composer who transformed German classical music styles by weaving a blend of Italian and French forms and rhythms with German ones. In particular his pieces are marked by his expertise in counterpoint, as well as harmonic virtuosity.
His work as an organist is perhaps the best known. However, Bach was originally taught the violin and harpsichord by his father, himself a skilled musician. Bach also was graced with an exceptional singing voice, which led to a place at Michaelis monastery in Luneberg. His voice eventually changed, forcing Bach to switch to instrumentation, and eventually an organist.
The organ entranced him, and he skipped out on other responsibilities to practice. His skill grew, leading him from small German towns to become the concertmaster and organist at the ducal court in Weimar. This allowed him to composer more freely, as well as explore his deep love for teaching.
Bach switched to the court of Prince Leopold, composing some of his most important works during this period, such as the Brandenburg concerti. Later, Bach composed prolifically as the Musical Director in Leipzig at St. Thomas church until his death.
His body of work is seen as one the greatest contributions to classical music.