Bach - Partita in D major BWV 828 - Albach | Netherlands Bach Society

Between 1731 and 1741, Bach wrote his Clavier-Übung: four books in which he focuses on different sorts of keyboard music. The first book is devoted to the suite, here referred to by its Italian name: ‘partita’. This Partita in D major, performed by Elina Albach for All of Bach, is part of the first book. Years earlier, Bach had already composed his English and French suites. Compared to these earlier suites, the partitas are more serious in character. At a riper age, Bach appears to be less interested in dance rhythms and more in polyphonic structures that actively involve both listener and performer in the music and give them food for thought. This is the sort of music Bach wants to pass on to future generations. For more information and credits on BWV 828 go to Recorded for the project All of Bach on June 2nd 2021 at the Philharmonie, Haarlem. If you want to help us complete All of Bach, please subscribe to our channel a