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| Composer | Bach, Johann Sebastian (1685-1750) |
| Period | Baroque |
| Work type | Instrumental |
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LondonPekka Kuusisto / Norwegian Chamber Orchestra
Tarrodi, Mazzoli, Bach, Muhly
Norwegian Chamber Orchestra; Pekka Kuusisto
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Tognetti releases the inner impulses of Bach
Richard Tognetti’s absorbing programme mixed Bach’s Goldberg Variations with Stravinsky and Adès, played impressively and with characteristic exuberance and finesse by the Australian Chamber Orchestra.
Reimagining the Goldbergs as an orchestral period piece
Bernard Labadie’s orchestration of the Goldberg Variations came to feel strikingly close to the Brandenburgs, which is to suggest a certain achievement on his part. The arrangement was altogether convincing as Bachmusik.
Perfectly secluded Goldbergs in the middle of Manhattan
Within the quietude, Pierre Hantaï played beautifully, blues and reds slowly drifting across the waves of wood behind him. It was dramatic yet subtle, occupying the eyes while the mind floated with Bach's variations.
Manchester Collective's intimate Goldberg Variations
Manchester Collective present Bach's Goldberg Variations in string trio format with utmost warmth and intimacy
Happy New Year from Aurora and friends
An adventurous and unusual end to Kings Place's Time Unwrapped series and some striking collaborations with Aurora Orchestra.
