Switched-On Brandenburgs
Wendy Carlos · 1979
101 min · 19 tracks · electronic
Innovative electronic interpretations of Bach's timeless Brandenburg Concertos blend classical mastery with pioneering synthesizer sounds.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its innovative fusion of classical music with synthesizer technology, showcasing how electronic music could reinterpret and revitalize traditional works. It received critical acclaim and contributed to Carlos's reputation as a key figure in both the classical and electronic music worlds, influencing future generations of musicians exploring similar intersections.
- Best for
- dynamic journey experience wave-like pacing throughout album innovative reinterpretations
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'Switched-On Brandenburgs' was Wendy Carlos's follow-up to her groundbreaking album 'Switched-On Bach,' which had established her as a pioneer in electronic music. At this point in her career, Carlos was firmly positioned as an influential artist bridging classical compositions with modern technology, further solidifying her role in the evolution of electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Kalkbrenner· Isao Tomita· Moby
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: I. Allegro Standout 4:14
- 2 Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: II. Adagio 4:09
- 3 Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: III. Allegro 4:27
- 4 Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046: IV. Menuetto, Trio I, Polacca, Trio II 6:57
- 5 Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: I. Allegro 5:51
- 6 Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: II. Andante 4:28
- 7 Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assai 3:04
- 8 Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: I. Allegro Standout 6:30
- 9 Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: II. Adagio 1:04
- 10 Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: III. Allegro 5:07
Disc 2
- 1 Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: I. Allegro 8:05
- 2 Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: II. Andante 3:36
- 3 Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: III. Presto 4:47
- 4 Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050: I. Allegro Standout 10:53
- 5 Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050: II. Affettuoso 5:35
- 6 Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050: III. Allegro 4:56
- 7 Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-flat major, BWV 1051: I. Allegro 6:57
- 8 Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-flat major, BWV 1051: II. Adagio ma non tanto 4:41
- 9 Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-flat major, BWV 1051: III. Allegro 5:32
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