Each of Bach's Partitas features a unique introductory movement, such as a Praeludium, Sinfonia, Fantasia, Ouverture, Praeambulum, or Toccata.
Performer Biography
Schaghajegh Nosrati, the pianist on this album, gained international recognition through her collaboration with Sir András Schiff, who praised her 'astonishing clarity, purity, and maturity' in Bach interpretations.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bach's music often juxtaposes contradictory elements like dance and passion, drama and humor, or piety and sensuality, reflecting a complex view of human existence.
Composition History
Bach's Partitas, published in 1731 as Clavierübung Opus 1, are a collection of six works, each consisting of various stylized dance movements.
Recording & Production
This album was produced by Radio Bremen and recorded in March 2019 at the Sendesaal Bremen, Germany.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bach's choice of key was deliberate, as Baroque 'key character' played a central role in his compositions, with certain keys often associated with specific moods or emotional expressions.
Interpretation
The Partitas on this recording are not presented in their original printed order; instead, the pianist chose an arrangement that alternates between major and minor modes and places the longest, most contrasting works at the beginning and end.
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