Bach's church compositions were not published or systematically collected during his lifetime, and manuscripts were circulated by his sons and students after his death.
Recording & Production
The J. S. Bach Foundation, established in 2006 by entrepreneur Dr. Konrad Hummler, aims to promote Bach's vocal works through concerts and recordings.
Recording & Production
The J. S. Bach Foundation uses its Bachipedia platform and social media to reach a global audience for its recordings and materials.
Interpretation
The Choir and Orchestra of the J. S. Bach Foundation, led by Rudolf Lutz, consists of professional musicians from Switzerland, Germany, and Austria who are experts in historical performance practices.
Recording & Production
The J. S. Bach Foundation plans to perform and record Bach's complete cantata oeuvre at a rate of one cantata per month, aiming for completion in 2027.
Composition History
The numbering in the Bach-Werke-Verzeichnis (BWV), first published in 1950, was based on earlier editions, leading to the inclusion of works not actually composed by Bach.
Compositional Technique
Bach often reused and adapted his own compositions, a practice known as 'parody', as seen in Cantata BWV 68 which incorporates elements from his earlier Hunt Cantata BWV 208.
