J. S. Bach was one of the most renowned keyboardists of his day, and he left a rich legacy of music for harpsichord originally intended for instruction and 'spiritual refreshment'. This recording of mostly lesser-known works includes several early examples which afford fascinating insights into the young composer's experimentation with counterpoint, harmony and form. They are all compelling, emotionally powerful works in their own right, with virtuoso content and an expressive range that easily matches that of Bach's more famous keyboard pieces.

Tracklist:

Prelude and Fugue in a Major, BWV896
Allemande
Air Pour Les Trompettes
Sarabande
Bourree
Gigue
Capriccio in E Major, BWV993
Fantasia in G minor, BWV917, 'Fantasia Duobus Subjectis'
Prelude and Fugue in a Minor, BWV895 1
Fantasia in a Minor, BWV922 1
Fugue in a Minor, BWV959 1
Prelude in D minor, BWV935 1
Prelude in D Major, BWV936 1
Prelude in E Major, BWV937 1
Prelude in E minor, BWV938 1
Fugue in C Major, BWV952 1
Fugue in C minor, BWV961 1
Prelude in C Major, BWV933 1
Prelude in C minor, BWV934 2
Prelude and Fughetta in D minor, BWV899 2
Prelude and Fughetta in E minor, BWV900 2
Prelude 2
Allemande 2
Courante 2
Sarabande 2
Menuet 2
Gigue 2
Fantasia on a Rondo in C minor, BWV918 2
Allemande 3
Courante 3
Sarabande 3
Bourree 3
Menuet I - Menuet II (Trio)

UPC: 747313308774
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 5.12.15
Format: CD

J Bach S / Hakkinen,Aapo - Various Works for Harpsichord (CD)