Watch glenn gould perform his last great studio recording of. The 1981 digital recording by gould, glenn from amazons classical music store. The open goldberg variations is a project led by pianist kimiko ishizaka, working with, to create a public domain recording and score of j. The goldberg variations glenn gould album wikipedia. The goldberg variations 1955 recording glenn gould on allmusic 2007 what is a zenph reperformance. Listen free to glenn gould goldberg variations bachs goldberg variations bwv 988.
Js bach goldberg variations by glenn gould 1955 youtube. They are governed by the creative commons zero license, which means that they are a part of the public domain, and every use of them is allowed. So when a score that meticulously transcribes every detail of glenn goulds famed 1981 recording of bachs goldberg variations was published recently, while i was impressed with the. Every part of it is free for you to use, share, and copy. As part of denks iconoclastic challenge to this universal love, he cites another reason. Its an impressive example of musical oneupmanship so. Latinautor, rumblefish publishing, emi music publishing, public domain compositions, and 4 music rights societies. Glenn gould 14 goldberg variations hq audio 1981 video. An interpretation of johann sebastian bachs goldberg variations bwv 988, the work launched goulds career as a renowned international pianist, and became one of the most wellknown piano recordings. What is the best recording of bachs goldberg variations, and. It is named after johann gottlieb goldberg, who may also have been the first performer of the work. Glenn gould bach goldberg variations 1964 by lucca lu.
Goldberg variations, an audio recording conducted by glenn gould with the original handwritten scores of j. Deceptive cadence professor christoph wolff, todays top bach answer man, helps kick off a week of goldberg explorations. I t still sounds like nothing youve ever heard, however many times you listen to it. The goldberg variations, bwv 988, is a musical composition for harpsichord by johann sebastian bach, consisting of an aria and a set of 30 variations. Stream the open goldberg variations by kimiko ishizaka j. I have both glenn gould versions 1955 and 1981 on cd, the sacd version of the 1981 listed here, as well as an sacd with perahias version. Goldberg variations, bwv 988 zenph reperformance by glenn gould a reperformance by zenph studios on amazon music. While glenn gould s 1955 debut recording of bachs goldberg variations has attained legendary status, there are many devoted fans who rank the 1981 recording just as highly, even though it offers a dramatically different interpretation. Bach, the goldberg variations, bwv 988, 1981, gould remastered available in audiophile 44. First published in 1741, the work is one of the most important examples of the variation form. Les variations goldberg 14 par glenn gould, en 1981 hq audio sony classical bruno monsaingeon.
Andante con moto was featured on the soundtrack for the recently released film emma. The columbia lp quickly became one of the most revered piano recordings ever. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Goldberg variations aria typeset piano, harpsichord. These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been gould s 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Bach, the goldberg variations, bwv 988, 1981, gould remastered. Glenn goulds debut album of bachs goldberg variations was recorded in june 1955. Bach, bwv 988, a playlist by open goldberg from desktop or your mobile device. Sixteen years have passed since angela hewitts first, justly celebrated, version of the goldbergs.
As this conversation at npr notes, the piece begins with an initial melody, the aria, followed by 30 short but brilliant variations built on eight notes that bach appears to have borrowed from handel. With the ashen smell still in the air, and the streets. What is the best recording of bachs goldberg variations. Goldberg variations cda68146 johann sebastian bach. Watch glenn gould perform his last great studio recording.
Bachs goldberg variations, bwv 988, recorded by kimiko ishizaka. Andras schiff returns to the goldberg variations in what will be regarded as one of the classical music events of the year. He began performing in public as a teenager, but eventually stopped giving concerts in 1964 at the age of 32. Bach the goldberg variations glenn gould 1955 youtube. Gould 1955, 1981, hewitt 1999, 2015, perahia, schiff, zhu. Sep 25, 2012 glenn gould, with his longstanding relationship with the canadian broadcasting company and interest in recording technology, is wellrepresented on youtube today. Various editions of bach goldberg variations are free to download. I mean, i dont know how people most commonly appreciate the baroque, and how important its oldness is for people, but the gould i have of this piece does not involve me in a conscious contemplation of a music form, namely baroque, that is from a time and culture that is foreign to me, and that i must somehow observe from. Gould made two studio recordings of the goldberg, the second in 1981, just over a year before his death at the age of 50, but it was his earlier recording, made in 1955 and released the following. Glenn gould discusses his performances of the goldberg variations with tim page. Shop and buy glenn goulds goldberg variations sheet music. An interpretation of johann sebastian bachs goldberg variations bwv 988, the work launched gould s career as a renowned international pianist, and became one of the most wellknown piano recordings. G lenn goulds extraordinary career was bracketed by the goldberg variations.
This album was made shortly before the pianists premature death at age 50, so it is significant for being his last recording. I mean, i dont know how people most commonly appreciate the baroque, and how important its oldness is for people, but the gould i have of this piece does not involve me in a conscious contemplation of a music form, namely baroque, that is from a time and culture that is foreign to me, and that i must somehow observe from outside. I have listened to them all many times recently, compared them extensively, and read a biography of gould. I think the third disc is an interview with glenn gould. Glenn goulds five mostwatched youtube videos top 5. The goldberg variations are by no means easy in any sense, but nowadays there is such a surplus of. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes.
Goulds 1981 goldberg set was the album i played most often in the days that followed. Glenn gould bach goldberg variations 1964 by lucca. Ive listened to it to unwind and help myself fall asleep which bach claimed the piece was written to help his patron do to focus and deliver my own creative effort, and just to enjoy an excellent. May 19, 2015 glenn gould 14 goldberg variations hq audio 1981. The variations are named after johann gottlieb goldberg, who may have been the first performer. The recently discovered analog reels from the legendary 1981 recording sessions for the goldberg variations have been used for this new remaster for a true analog. Goldberg variations complete js bach bwv 988, with. Bach, the goldberg variations, bwv 988, 1981, gould. The score featured in this video is bachs original version for 2 manual harpsichord and is free to download from the imslp music library. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. For me, its the later version which radiates a certain serenity, composure and you might say wisdom that is unfound on the first edition.
Recorded by kimiko ishizaka on a bosendorfer 290 imperial in the teldex studio, berlin, produced by annemarie sylvestre, this recording is the first fanfunded, open source, and completely free recording ever produced. By the way, any more excellent recordings of bach by gould pieces that he had as strong a personal attachment to as he evidently had for the goldberg. Glenn gould bach goldberg variations 1964 glenn gould bach goldberg variations 1964 like. Glenn gould 19321982 was a canadian pianist and a prodigy from an early age. While glenn goulds 1955 debut recording of bachs goldberg variations has attained legendary status, there are many devoted fans who rank the 1981 recording just as highly, even though it offers a dramatically different interpretation. The goldberg variations is the 1955 debut album of canadian classical pianist glenn gould. Two decades after his acclaimed account of the variations for decca, schiff documents bachs towering masterpiece again, this time in a live recording for ecm new series. Over the course of his almost 30year long career, he became a prolific pianist, writer, and broadcaster, and he occasionally dabbled in composing and conducting. The goldberg variations are a really atmospheric piece, and goulds performance is often pointed to as the gold or gould. Bach goldberg variations variation 21 with score p. Glenn gould toronto, canada 19321982 was a canadian pianist most known for his interpretations of baroque keyboard music, particularly the works of johann sebastian bach. Goldberg variations, an album by glenn gould on spotify. Goulds first performance to receive widespread attention was his 1955 recording of bachs goldberg variations.
Glenn gould 14 goldberg variations hq audio youtube. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Continuous performance until a commercial is generated by youtube. Goldberg variations by glenn gould on amazon music. Bach glenn gould the goldberg variations 1956, vinyl. Besides the goldberg variations, i have the two and three part inventions which i think highly of. You are right gabe, i was refering to the 3 cd set not the 2 cd set that i stated. The goldberg variations, bwv 988, is a work written for harpsichord by johann sebastian bach, consisting of an aria and a set of 30 variations. Mar 20, 2012 just as miles davis kind of blue was one of those jazz albums you saw in the collections of people who otherwise didnt listen to jazz, glenn gould s 1955 lp of bachs goldberg variations stuck. Johann sebastian bach goldbergvariationen goldberg. Bachs goldberg variations is often considered the most ambitious composition ever written for harpsichord. Goldberg variations bwv 988 the historic 1955 debut recording. This is the original studio video during which gould recorded bachs goldberg variations in 1981 which was released on cd. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cooki.
I guess i need to try out some more delicate version of acclaim, and see if gould ever appears crude in comparison. Glenn goulds first recording of bachs goldberg variations, made in 1955, has an energy, an intensity and a. Glenn gould featured in emma movie soundtrack piano concerto no. The open goldberg variations johann sebastian bach, bwv 988, played by kimiko ishizaka on a bosendorfer 290 imperial piano, are free to download and share. Recorded live at salzburg festival, mozarteum, austria 1. Goldberg variations, bwv 988 zenph reperformance by. Glenn gould licensed to youtube by sme on behalf of sony classical. The goldberg variations 1955 recording glenn gould.
The goldberg variations is the last recording to appear in glenn gould s lifetime, completing the discographical circle that had begun so spectacularly with the same work in 1955. First published in 1741, the work is considered to be one of the most important examples of variation form. I dont think there is a two disc sacd of goulds works. Bach goldberg variations variation 25 with score p. Piano sheet music book by johann sebastian bach 16851750. Glenn gould plays bach the goldberg variations, bmv. Recordings of music composed by johann sebastian bach, mp3 files free download. Glenn goulds the goldberg variations 1981 history of.
Certainly, the 1955 version has temperament, a sense of ambition and displays gould s amzazing piano. Glenn gould s debut album of bachs goldberg variations was recorded in june 1955. Just as miles davis kind of blue was one of those jazz albums you saw in the collections of people who otherwise didnt listen to jazz, glenn goulds 1955 lp of bachs goldberg variations stuck. Glenn gould discusses his performances of the goldberg var. Stream glenn gould bach goldberg variations 1964 by lucca from desktop or your mobile device. His speed, dexterity and tone revolutionized the understanding of this piece and it became inextricably linked. Glenn gould, with his longstanding relationship with the canadian broadcasting company and interest in recording technology, is wellrepresented on youtube today. In the world of recorded classical music, few figures were as multifaceted, controversial, or enigmatic as glenn gould. She here commits to record her everevolving response to a work which contains the shadowed lesson of the whole world, and which continues to play a central role in her life as an artist. Click on the button to go to the page where you can download the music at the end of each line you find more information about the music of that specific performer.
Nov 06, 2010 les variations goldberg 14 par glenn gould, en 1981 hq audio sony classical bruno monsaingeon. Jan 01, 2012 this is the original studio video during which gould recorded bachs goldberg variations in 1981 which was released on cd. Feb 28, 2005 which of these two recordings do you prefer and why. Zenph reperformance sessions recorded september 2526, 2006 at glenn gould studio, toronto, canada by the zenph project team of mikhail krishtal, anatoly larkin, peter j. Glenn gouldbach goldburg variations1980cbscolumbia broadcast system1950,glenn gould 27cbccanadian broadcastdigital remaster. Urtext notation edits and fingering suggestions featured in each video for download in my new edition. The best reason to hate bachs goldberg variations, writes pianist jeremy denk, is that everybody loves them.