Volume 1 of 2-volume set. This stimulating narrative traces Bach's life; discusses contemporary artistic and philosophical movements; assesses the work of his predecessors Schutz Scheidt Buxtehude etc. analyzes Bach's own work; and passes on brilliant recommendations for performance — tempo phrasing accentuation dynamics etc. Translated by Ernest Newman.
SKU: AP.6-216314
ISBN 9780486216317. English. [Johann Sebastian Bach] By Albert Schweitzer; English translation by Ernest Newman.
1st volume of a 2-volume set by the great scholar Albert Schweitzer. Great full-length study of Bach and his life. Includes background to his music with 650 musical examples between the 2 volumes. Ernest Newman translation. 465 pages.
SKU: AP.6-216322
ISBN 9780486216324. English. [Johann Sebastian Bach] By Albert Schweitzer; English translation by Ernest Newman.
2nd volume in a 2-volume set by the scholar Albert Schweitzer. Excellent study of Bach, his life and his music. 464 pgs.
