Bach viewed himself as a faithful craftsman serving God, aiming to imitate divine splendours and propagate his Lutheran faith through his music, as reflected in his motto "Soli Deo Gloria" (To God alone be glory!).
Interpretation
Laterna Magica's approach to Bach's music is rooted in the concept of "mimesis" or imitation, a practice Bach himself used extensively by drawing on earlier repertoire.
Compositional Technique
Bach's music synthesizes Italian jubilation, the 'charme galant' of French music, and the German art of counterpoint, often building works from simple melodies known to the faithful.
Performer Biography
The musicians of Laterna Magica are graduates of conservatories in Brussels, Paris, and The Hague, and also teach at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in June 2021 at the Saint-Apollinaire Church in Bolland, Belgium.
Interpretation
Laterna Magica, the ensemble performing on this album, has been exploring Baroque repertoire for 15 years, focusing on composers like Handel and Bach.
Composer Biography
During his lifetime, Bach was seen by his contemporaries primarily as a renowned organist known for his improvisations, and his work was often considered secondary to that of his rival Telemann.
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