Going Baroque – De Bach aux Baroques
The Swingle Singers · 1964
23 min · 12 tracks · a cappella
A captivating blend of classical and contemporary vocal harmonies reimagining Baroque masterpieces.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of intricate harmonies
- playful reinterpretations of classics
- bright energy for lively moments
- for focused listening
- quick sonic explorations with charm
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek straightforward, linear narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Going Baroque' was released in 1964, The Swingle Singers were establishing themselves as a pioneering vocal ensemble known for their innovative arrangements. This album followed their debut project, 'Jazz Sebastian Bach,' which had already showcased their unique approach to blending classical music with jazz influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pentatonix· Voca People· The Bobs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Badinerie (From the Suite in B Minor) 1:18
- 2 Air (From the Harpsichord Suite in E Minor) 2:21
- 3 Gigue (From the Cello Suite in C Major) 1:18
- 4 Largo (From the Harpsichord Concerto in F Minor) 2:59
- 5 Prelude No. 19 (From the Well Tempered Clavier, 1st Book) 1:07
- 6 Preambule (From the Partita No. 5 in G Major) 2:22
- 7 Fugue (From the Estro Harmonico Op. 3, No. 11, Arranged for Organ by J.S. Bach) 2:20
- 8 Allegro (From the Concerto Grosso, Op. 6, No. 4) 3:13
- 9 Prelude No. 7 (From the Well Tempered Clavier, 2nd Book) 2:32
- 10 Solfeggietto 0:54
- 11 Der Fruehling (Spring) 1:32
- 12 Prelude No. 24 (From the Well Tempered Clavier, 2nd Book) 1:55
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