Frequently released as the first volume of Ton Koopman's 1980s survey of the organ works of J.S. Bach, this disc has also been reissued several times on its own as a sampler of this Dutch organist's brilliant style in his favorite repertoire. Koopman has set a high standard for his generation, and the crispness of his ornaments, the vitality of his rhythms, and the briskness of his tempos give his historically informed performances a strong, identifiable profile. His Bach is agile and efficient, and fans of authentic ...
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Frequently released as the first volume of Ton Koopman's 1980s survey of the organ works of J.S. Bach, this disc has also been reissued several times on its own as a sampler of this Dutch organist's brilliant style in his favorite repertoire. Koopman has set a high standard for his generation, and the crispness of his ornaments, the vitality of his rhythms, and the briskness of his tempos give his historically informed performances a strong, identifiable profile. His Bach is agile and efficient, and fans of authentic Baroque practice will enjoy the way he executes these familiar pieces with the utmost clarity, inventiveness, and excitement. The most spectacular performance of this disc is of the Toccata and Fugue in D minor, where Koopman displays a phenomenal array of embellishments at a dizzying pace and makes this well-known organ classic a bravura showpiece. Koopman demonstrates more restraint in the other six works and barely approaches the same level of flashiness in the Fantasy and Fugue in G...
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Good in good packaging. Originally released: 1986. MUSIC CD with original printed insert PRESENTABLE. We will polish the CD for a smooth listening experience. You will receive a good set. Ships in a cloth, drawstring gift bag. Enjoy this reliable MUSIC CD performance.
