The complete score of Bach's Fantasia super 'Wo Gott der Herr nicht bei uns hält' (BWV 1128) was only rediscovered in March 2008 at a public auction.
Compositional Technique
Bach's Fantasia super 'Wo Gott der Herr nicht bei uns hält' (BWV 1128) uses a striking gesture where the solo keyboard traverses its entire compass from top to bottom four times, a technique unique in his organ works.
Instruments
This recording features the Schnitger organ in the Martinikerk, Groningen, an instrument whose restoration and extension Bach himself masterminded in 1709.
Compositional Technique
The Toccata in D 'Dorian' (BWV 538) is structured like a concerto grosso, alternating between 'ripieno' (orchestra) and 'concertino' (soloists) through dialogue between two organ keyboards.
Compositional Technique
Bach's Passacaglia in C minor (BWV 582) reflects the medieval tradition of music as a mirror of creation's perfection, with each detail contributing to the overall form like architecture.
Composition History
The chorale preludes on this album were likely composed between 1700 and 1707, earlier than previously thought, due to the discovery of a manuscript copied by Bach in his youth.
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