J.S. Bach - Complete Organ Music, Vol.2
Catalog Number: BIS3083-09
A richly varied journey through Bach’s organ music, where early North German influences unfold into bold, expressive mastery, illuminated by the vivid colors of a historic Swedish Baroque instrument.
J.S. Bach - Complete Organ Music, Vol.2
This recording traces a compelling arc through Bach’s organ writing, from youthful works shaped by the North German tradition to compositions of striking individuality and expressive depth. The early preludes and fugues reveal a composer absorbing the stylus phantasticus, balancing improvisatory freedom with rigorous counterpoint, while later works expand in harmonic daring and structural clarity. Chorale settings and partitas bring a more intimate dimension, where ornamented lines and varied textures transform familiar melodies into moments of reflection and quiet radiance. Italian influences emerge in the concerto transcriptions and more homophonic writing, adding brightness and rhythmic vitality to the musical landscape. Throughout, the historic Cahman organ lends a distinctive presence, its tonal richness and clarity enhancing both the grandeur and delicacy of the music. The performance emphasizes transparency and architectural flow, allowing Bach’s evolving voice to unfold with natural authority and expressive poise.
Published date
1986-01-10
Number of discs
2
Channels
stereo:16:2.0
Made in Sweden since 1999. In collaboration with Textalk.
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