Description
Glenn Gould – Plays Bach / Goldberg Variations, Inventions, Toccatas, Partitas, The Art of Fugue / Glenn Gould - piano & organ / Sony Classical 6x Audio CD 2011 Stereo, Mono
UPC 886976839321
Summary:
Product Overview
- Label: Sony Classical
- Catalogue Number: 88697683932
- Series: Sony Classical Masters
- Format: 6 x CD, Album, Compilation
- Region: Europe
- Release Year: 2011
- Genre: Classical
- UPC: 886976839321
Collection Highlights
This comprehensive collection showcases Glenn Gould, one of the most celebrated classical pianists of the 20th century, interpreting the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Gould's unparalleled precision and emotive performances are captured across six audio CDs, encompassing both stereo and mono recordings.
Featured Works
- Goldberg Variations (BWV 988)
- Selections from The Well-Tempered Clavier
- Inventions and Sinfonias (BWV 772-801)
- Various Toccatas (BWV 910-916)
- Partitas Nos. 1-6 (BWV 825-830)
- Miscellaneous pieces including BWV 933-938, 899, 902, 924-930, 952, 961, 953, 895, 900
- The Art of Fugue (BWV 1080)
- Additional works and transcriptions
Presentation and Packaging
The set is part of the German pressings of the immense Sony Classical Masters Catalog, renowned for its high-quality audio and packaging. The box front features a prominent photo of Glenn Gould, making it a visually appealing addition to any collection. CDs are housed in space-saving slipsleeves within a slender, shelf-friendly box.
Significance
Glenn Gould's recordings are widely acknowledged as definitive interpretations of Bach's work. This collection is not only a musical treasure but also a vital piece of classical music history. It is a must-have for aficionados and serves as a scholarly resource for those studying the nuances of Bach's compositions as performed by a master pianist.
Collectibility
As a desirable and collectible edition, this set represents the legacy of Gould's artistry and Sony Classical's dedication to preserving and celebrating classical music masters. It's an investment in cultural heritage, offering hours of immersive listening.
Tracklist:
| 1-1 | BWV 988 | |
| 1-2 | BWV 883 | |
| 1-3 | BWV 878 | |
| 2-1 | BWV 772-801 | |
| 3-1 | BWV 912 | |
| 3-2 | BWV 910 | |
| 3-3 | BWV 913 | |
| 3-4 | BWV 911 | |
| 3-5 | BWV 915 | |
| 3-6 | BWV 916 | |
| 3-7 | BWV 914 | |
| 4-1 | BWV 825 | |
| 4-2 | BWV 826 | |
| 4-3 | BWV 827 | |
| 4-4 | BWV 828 | |
| 4-5 | BWV 829 | |
| 5-1 | BWV 830 | |
| 5-2 | BWV 933-938 | |
| 5-3 | BWV 899 | |
| 5-4 | BWV 902 | |
| 5-5 | BWV 924-928-930 | |
| 5-6 | BWV 952 | |
| 5-7 | BWV 961 | |
| 5-8 | BWV 953 | |
| 5-9 | BWV 895 | |
| 5-10 |
BWV 900 | |
| 6-1 | BWV 1080 | |
| 6-2 | Prelude Et Fugue in B-Flat Major | |
| 6-3 | BWV 898 |
