J. S. Bach was one of the most renowned keyboardists of his day, and he left a rich legacy of music for harpsichord originally intended for instruction and 'spiritual refreshment'. This recording of mostly lesser-known works includes several early examples which afford fascinating insights into the young composer's experimentation with counterpoint, harmony and form. They are all compelling, emotionally powerful works in their own right, with virtuoso content and an expressive range that easily matches that of Bach's more famous keyboard pieces.
8 Fantasia in G minor, BWV917, 'Fantasia Duobus Subjectis'
9 Prelude and Fugue in a Minor, BWV895
10 Fantasia in a Minor, BWV922
11 Fugue in a Minor, BWV959
12 Prelude in D minor, BWV935
13 Prelude in D Major, BWV936
14 Prelude in E Major, BWV937
15 Prelude in E minor, BWV938
16 Fugue in C Major, BWV952
17 Fugue in C minor, BWV961
18 Prelude in C Major, BWV933
19 Prelude in C minor, BWV934
20 Prelude and Fughetta in D minor, BWV899
21 Prelude and Fughetta in E minor, BWV900
22 Prelude
23 Allemande
24 Courante
25 Sarabande
26 Menuet
27 Gigue
28 Fantasia on a Rondo in C minor, BWV918
29 Allemande
30 Courante
31 Sarabande
32 Bourree
33 Menuet I - Menuet II (Trio)
J. S. Bach was one of the most renowned keyboardists of his day, and he left a rich legacy of music for harpsichord originally intended for instruction and 'spiritual refreshment'. This recording of mostly lesser-known works includes several early examples which afford fascinating insights into the young composer's experimentation with counterpoint, harmony and form. They are all compelling, emotionally powerful works in their own right, with virtuoso content and an expressive range that easily matches that of Bach's more famous keyboard pieces.