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The renowned BachGesellschaft, founded in 1850 to collect, edit, and publish all the known works of J. S. Bach, devoted fifty years to its monumental task. It succeeded so well in tracking down Bach's heritage, establishing authenticity, and transcribing accurate texts that it still remains the primary source for Bach's music., Unfortunately, it has always been a fantastically expensive publication, accessible only in the largest libraries.This volume reprints in full, directly from the BachGesellschaft volumes, important keyboard music. It contains the full texts of the Six English Suites, the Six French Suites, Six Partitas from the Clavierbung, the Goldberg Variations, and the Two and ThreePart Inventions and Sinfonias,The music has been reproduced in large, clear type, directly from the original editions, for maximum clarity. Designed as a playing edition, it will be a necessary book to every performer on the harpsichord or piano, every music student and musicologist, as well as to serious music listeners.
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- Q: What is the content of 'Keyboard Music (Dover Classical Piano Music)'? A: This volume includes important keyboard works by J. S. Bach, featuring the Six English Suites, Six French Suites, Six Partitas from the Clavierübung, the Goldberg Variations, and the Two- and Three-Part Inventions and Sinfonias.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Keyboard Music (Dover Classical Piano Music)' is Johann Sebastian Bach, one of the most renowned composers in classical music history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle for music practice and study.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for performers and students? A: Yes, this edition is designed as a playing edition, making it suitable for performers on both harpsichord and piano, as well as for music students and musicologists.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Keyboard Music (Dover Classical Piano Music)'? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 1, 1970.
- Q: Are the musical texts clear and easy to read? A: Yes, the music has been reproduced in large, clear type directly from the original editions to ensure maximum clarity for performers.
- Q: What features enhance the usability of this book? A: This edition features high-resolution print and great annotations, which help in understanding and performing the music accurately.
- Q: Is there any special care required for this book? A: To maintain the condition of the paperback edition, it is recommended to store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: Can I find this book in libraries? A: While this book is accessible in many libraries, it may not be available in all locations due to its specialized nature and historical significance.