BACH, J.S.: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 (R. Schirmer)
Soloist:
Schirmer, Ragna
Composer:
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988
Venue: Steintor-Variete, Saale
Date of Concert: 01-11-2020
Playing Time: 01:17:30
Catalogue Number: BVE08076
UPC: 4260415080769
Johann Sebastian Bach's Goldberg Variations is an impressive example of the art of variation. Otherwise also known as Part Four of Bach's Clavier-Ubung 'consisting of an Aria and Diverse Variations' intended to 'refresh the spirits of connoisseurs'.
During the pandemic, the pianist Ragna Schirmer performed it for a small audience, mentally dedicating each variation to a different audience member. The result is a magnificent achievement that affords masterly proof of her passion for this work, a passion that has evolved over several decades.
