Description

MIDORI PLAYS BACH: Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin (2-DVD Set)

Product Information

UPC: 4260234831436
Product Type: 2-DVD Set
Label: accentus music
Genre: Classical Music, Solo Violin, Baroque
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750)
Works Featured: Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, BWV 1001-1006
Performer: Midori, Violin
Recording Venue: Castle Köthen, the historic residence where Bach composed these masterpieces
Recording Date: August 2016
Running Times: Video Format: NTSC, 16:9
- DVD 1: 04:40
- DVD 2: 56:44
Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
Languages: English (Menu)
Subtitles: Deutsch, Français, 日本語, 한국어
Region: 0 (Worldwide)
Disc Format: DVD

Overview

"Midori Plays Bach: Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin" presents an extraordinary encounter between music and history. In her quest for authenticity, acclaimed violinist Midori returns to the birthplace of Bach’s compositions—Castle Köthen—where the acoustics and historic ambiance breathe new life into the Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin. This immersive performance highlights the breathtaking polyphony and intricate details of Bach’s works, elevated by Midori’s technical brilliance and expressive nuance. The project is a celebration of Baroque mastery, merging historical context with a performance of rare depth and perfection.

Product Features

Authentic Setting:
- Recorded at Castle Köthen, the very location where Bach composed the Sonatas and Partitas, providing a unique acoustic environment that enriches the music.
Exquisite Performance:
- Midori delivers a subtly shaped and technically impeccable interpretation that captures both the complexity and the emotional depth of Bach’s works.
High-Quality Production:
- Presented in a 2-DVD set with crystal-clear visuals in 16:9 NTSC format and immersive audio options (PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1) for a refined home concert experience.
Collaborative Excellence:
- Directed by Andreas Morell and produced by Paul Smaczny, this production is a collaborative effort by Accentus Music, NHK, MDR, Arte, and the Köthener Bachfesttage.

Interesting Facts

Historical Resonance:
- Castle Köthen’s storied past as Bach’s creative sanctuary amplifies the spiritual and acoustic dimensions of the performance, connecting the listener directly to the origins of these timeless works.
Artistic Vision:
- Midori’s performance bridges centuries, proving that the emotional power and technical demands of Bach’s music remain as relevant and inspiring today as they were in the Baroque era.
Critically Acclaimed:
- Praised for its detailed richness and expressive clarity, this recording is regarded as a definitive interpretation of Bach’s solo violin repertoire.