Delve into the Genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with Bach’s Musical Universe: The Complete Warner Classics Edition / 153 Audio CD + DVD CD 2012. Explore the musical legacy of one of the greatest composers of all time with this comprehensive collection

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Subtitles: English, Deutch, Espanol, French, Italian

Total Runtime: 59 minutes (DVD)

Johann Sebastian Bach (31 March [O.S. 21 March] 1685 – 28 July 1750) was a German composer and musician of the late Baroque period. He is known for instrumental compositions such as the Cello Suites and Brandenburg Concertos; keyboard works such as the Goldberg Variations, The Well-Tempered Clavier and the Toccata and Fugue in D minor; and vocal music such as the St Matthew Passion and the Mass in B minor. Since the 19th-century Bach Revival, he has been generally regarded as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music. 

Bach’s Musical Universe: The Complete Warner Classics Edition is an extraordinary collection of the works of the great composer Johann Sebastian Bach. This stunning collection spans Bach's entire career, from his early works to his final compositions, and includes all of his major masterpieces. 

Included in this collection are Bach's sacred choral works, such as the Mass in B Minor, the St. Matthew Passion, and the Christmas Oratorio. Also featured are his keyboard works, including the Goldberg Variations and the Well-Tempered Clavier, as well as his instrumental works, such as his Brandenburg Concertos and his suites for unaccompanied cello. 

Bach's Cantatas are also well represented in this collection, with all 200 of the composer's sacred cantatas included. These works are a testament to Bach's incredible skill as a composer and showcase his ability to create intricate, polyphonic melodies that are both moving and beautiful. 

Other highlights of this collection include Bach's Art of Fugue, his Musical Offering, and his secular music, such as his Brandenburg Concertos and his Orchestral Suites. 

In addition to the music itself, this collection includes extensive liner notes that provide historical context and insight into Bach's life and work. Each piece of music is presented in its entirety, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the beauty and complexity of Bach's music. 

Whether you are a lifelong fan of Bach's music or are just discovering it for the first time, Bach’s Musical Universe: The Complete Warner Classics Edition is an essential addition to any music lover's collection. This comprehensive collection provides a stunning overview of the work of one of the greatest composers of all time and is sure to inspire and delight anyone who listens to it.