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PCM 01 - Bach's Goldberg Variations

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Proms 2011, Proms Chamber Music

From Cadogan Hall, London, Catherine Bott presents harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani performing Bach's masterwork the Goldberg Variations.

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ PROMS CHAMBER MUSIC 2011

Live from Cadogan Hall, London

Presented by Catherine Bott

Acclaimed harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani performs a masterwork by J.S. Bach, "composed for music lovers to refresh their spirits" according to its first edition.

Consisting of an exquisitely beautiful aria and a set of 30 variations, this is one of the great examples of variation form as well as a peak of the keyboard repertoire. These days the Goldberg Variations are often played on the piano by performers who believe the piano is a more communicative instrument, but Esfahani dismisses the views of those who think the harpsichord inexpressive in one word - "absurd!". Listen to what is sure to be a masterful performance and judge for yourself.

J.S. Bach: 'Goldberg' Variations BWV 988

Mahan Esfahani (harpsichord)

This Prom will be repeated on Saturday 23 July at 2pm.

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Sat 23 Jul 2011 14:00
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Music Played

  • Johann Sebastian Bach

    'Goldberg' Variations BWV 988

    Performer: Mahan Esfahani (harpsichord)

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  • Mon 18 Jul 2011 13:00
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  • Sat 23 Jul 2011 14:00
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