Inhalt:
Award
winning international cellist Steven Isserlis, whose recent recording of
the Suites met with the highest critical acclaim, goes deep into that
emotional journey, bringing to bear all his many years' experience of
performing the Suites.
A unique Companion to J S Bach's iconic Cello Suites from
internationally-renowned cellist Steven Isserlis.
'Isserlis is the master of the material, yet always able to make it
accessible . . . It is an absolute treat to be led to this sublime music by
such an ethusiastic expert.'
MICHAEL PALIN
'The book I've always wanted: an accessible, eloquent guide to the world's
greatest - and maybe most elusive - pieces of music. And written by the man
I'd want to tell me about it. This is such a delight.'
DERREN BROWN
'Illuminating.' OBSERVER
'Striking.' THE SPECTATOR
Bach's six Cello Suites are among the most cherished of all the works in the
classical music literature. Shrouded in mystery - they were largely unknown
for some two hundred years after their composition - they have acquired a
magical aura which continues to attract and fascinate audiences the world
over. To cellists they represent a musical bible, to listeners, scarcely
less. Through what are on the surface simple dance suites, Bach takes us on a
spiritual journey like no other, leading us from joy to tragedy, concluding
in jubilation, even triumph.
Award-winning international cellist Steven Isserlis, whose recent recording
of the Suites met with the highest critical acclaim, goes deep into that
emotional journey, bringing to bear all his many years' experience of
performing the Suites. His book is intended as a rewarding companion for all
music lovers, ranging from the casual listener to the performing musician. By
offering his own very personal observations of the music, Isserlis's aim is
to take the reader further into the world of the Suites in order to enhance
the experience of hearing some of the greatest works ever composed.
Praise for Steven Isserlis' BACH: THE CELLO SUITES
'The most wonderful cello-playing, surely among the most consistently
beautiful to have been heard in this demanding music.'
GRAMOPHONE
'Isserlis has done the impossible. He has given the listener something new,
and indeed something outstandingly good . . . This recording can sit proudly
on the shelf alongside the great recordings of Casals and Rostropovich. In
fact, I may find myself picking it up as the favourite.'
BBC RADIO 3