The album's concept combines some of the performer's favorite works by Bach with a selection of B-A-C-H compositions, ranging from possibly the earliest to the most recent.
Instruments
The album was recorded on the large Christoph Treutmann organ (1737) at the former Abbey Church in Grauhof, Germany, known for its grave, full, and brilliant sound.
Composition History
Robert Schumann himself believed his Six Fugues on B.A.C.H., Op. 60, would likely be the only work of his to have lasting value.
Composition History
Jan Esra Kuhl's Variations on B-A-C-H was a commissioned work for this CD, driven by the desire to include a contemporary piece featuring the B-A-C-H motif.
Composition History
Johann Sebastian Bach's Praeludium in C, BWV 566, was originally assumed by the performer to be a Toccata, but research revealed all sources refer to it as 'Praeludium'.
Compositional Technique
Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck's Fantasy, despite being composed for a manual with a limited range, demonstrates awe-inspiring contrapuntal mastery and evokes rich sound worlds.
Performer Biography
Johannes Lang, the organist, won the organ category of the International Bach Competition in 2012 and has received numerous other awards and scholarships.
