A fascinating juxtaposition - the seven early toccatas of J.S. Bach are interweaved with the 6th of Peter Seabourne's nine "Steps" cycles, the concept of renowned Bach player, Konstantin Lifschitz. Far from the Romantic toccata style, these canvases are multi-sectional kaleidoscopes of texture and tempi - each a miniature world encompassing virtuosity, intimacy and narrative. In the masterly hands of Lifschitz the result is a monumental journey of extraordinary invention. Konstantin Lifschitz has established a worldwide reputation for performing extraordinary feats of endurance with honesty and persuasive beauty. He is giving recitals and playing concertos in the world's leading concert halls and orchestras, besides being an active recording artist. His performance was praised as "the most magical moment" and "deeply satisfying" by The Independent, and "naturally expressive and gripping" by the New York Times.

Tracklist:

Toccata In F-Sharp Minor, Bwv 910
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 1, Toccata Fantasia No. 1
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 2, Fantasia Lachryma
Toccata In C Minor, Bwv 911
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 3, Toccata Fantasia No. 2
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 4, Fantasia Tragica
Toccata In D Major, Bwv 912
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 5, Toccata Fantasia No. 3
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 6, Fantasia Tenebrosa
Toccata In D Minor, Bwv 913
Fantasia In E-Flat Major, H. 348
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 7, Toccata Fantasia No. 4
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 8, Fantasia Meditativa
Toccata In E Minor, Bwv 914
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 9, Toccata Fantasia No. 5
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 10, Fantasia Malinconica
Toccata In G Minor, Bwv 915
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 11, Toccata Fantasia No. 6
Steps, Vol. 6: No. 12, Aria Sarabanda Con Variazioni
Toccata In G Major, Bwv 916

UPC: 5060742690186
Label: Willowhayne Records
Release Date: 5.27.22
Format: CD

J Bach .S. / Lifschitz - Toccatas (2pk) (2 CD)