Festival Repertoire, Chamber Music in the Saal: The Goldberg Variations
Bach’s Aria with diverse variations for a harpsichord with two manuals, was first published in 1741, the last work included in Bach’s Clavier-Übung, or Keyboard Practice, a large compendium that includes music for both organ and harpsichord. To 21st century ears, this is a work that was made famous by the great Canadian pianist, Glen… Continue Reading »