Bach, the goldberg variations, bwv 988, 1981, gould. Tmad glenn gould interviews cbc circa 1957 by rick maltese. 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. 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. The goldberg variations glenn gould by glenn gould album. The goldberg variations glenn gould, an album by glenn gould. Glenn gould the goldberg variations 1981 rotten tomatoes. Sep 25, 2012 glenn gould, with his longstanding relationship with the canadian broadcasting company and interest in recording technology, is wellrepresented on youtube today.
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. As part of denks iconoclastic challenge to this universal love, he cites another reason. The complete sessions have been recently released on disc. May 19, 2015 glenn gould 14 goldberg variations hq audio 1981. The album launched glenn goulds career and popularized bachs music. But honestly, the recording that really makes me enjoy the goldberg variations is the perahia recording.
You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. Apr 11, 2010 i like glenn gould s 1980s recording better than any other. Oct 25, 2017 in 1955, a little known canadian pianist recorded the goldberg variations. In 1955, a little known canadian pianist recorded the goldberg variations. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Glenn goulds five mostwatched youtube videos top 5. Glenn gould discusses his performances of the goldberg variations with tim page. Two decades after his acclaimed account of the variations for decca, schiff documents bachs towering masterpiece again, this time in. This album was made shortly before the pianists premature death at age 50, so it is significant for being his last recording. The columbia lp quickly became one of the most revered piano recordings ever made and gould became the most. May 25, 20 glenn gould s debut album of bachs goldberg variations was recorded in june 1955. Goldberg variations, bwv 988 1955 mono recording more details.
These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been gould s 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Im sure there was a two disc glenn gould sacd what was it. Glenn gould, goldberg variations, 1981 by ilbersagliere. A state of wonder, the 2002 sony release that paired the pianists 1955 and 1981 goldberg. Glenn goulds the goldberg variations 1981 history of. This new edition of bachs goldberg variations is created by musescore lead developer. Germany 1685 1750 7081 sheet music 7762 mp3 1472 midi. Goldberg variations sheet music for piano download free. Goldberg variations zenph reperformance licensed to youtube by sme on behalf of sony music entertainment. Watch glenn gould perform his last great studio recording of. Ive heard bits of perahias recording, and it seems like he doesnt make much of the transitions between variations, which ends up displaying a lack of arch over the piece as a whole. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cooki. Goldberg variations by glenn gould sacd steve hoffman. 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.
Open goldberg variations, bwv 988 piano by kimiko ishizaka, released 28 may 2012 1. The album launched glenn gould s career and popularized bachs music. For those who dont follow classical music, stay tuned. By joining our community you will have access to post topics, upload content and access many.
Glenn goulds 1955 recording of bachs goldberg variations marks the commercial debut for the process. Goldberg variations, bwv 988 zenph reperformance by. The goldberg variations glenn gould by glenn gould. Goldberg variations, glenn gould music the guardian. Watch glenn gould perform his last great studio recording. The goldberg variations marked both the beginning and the end of goulds career the 1981 recording was the last one he made before his death after suffering a stroke the following year. Glenn goulds debut album of bachs goldberg variations was recorded in june 1955. Now the complete recording sessions have been issued. Goldberg variations bwv 988 1981 digital recording label. This transcription of glenn goulds 1981 landmark recording of johann sebastian bachs goldberg variations presents in notated form crucial aspects of goulds performance practices with regard to this piece, in particular, tempos, ornamentation, dynamics and articulations. A state of wonder, the 2002 sony release that paired the pianists 1955 and 1981 goldberg recordings, and the new fischer edition has. Glenn gould a reperformance by zenph studios album bach. Bach, variazioni goldberg 1981 youtube glenn gould beethoven, concerto no.
Bach, the goldberg variations, bwv 988, 1981, gould remastered available in audiophile 44. 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. Glenn gould, with his longstanding relationship with the canadian broadcasting company and interest in recording technology, is wellrepresented on youtube today. The goldberg variations, a classical music album by glenn gould. I have listened to them all many times recently, compared them extensively, and read a biography of gould.
Thanks any other comments about sound quaility, preformance etc is welcome. 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. Not many pianists come close to the polyphony of glenn g. Jun 05, 2016 tim was the project consultant for glenn gould. Bachs goldberg variations is often considered the most ambitious composition ever written for harpsichord. A list of great goldberg variations aria mit 30 veranderungen goldberg variations, arrangement for piano after j. Goldberg variations bwv 988 the historic 1955 debut recording label. Latinautor, public domain compositions, and 3 music rights societies.
Glenn gould s 1955 recording of bachs goldberg variations marks the commercial debut for the process. Ive just begun some serious ab comparisons between the old ddd 1982 master and the new aad 2002 master of glenn goulds performance of the goldberg variations. 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. Glenn gould goldberg variations analog remaster steve. The goldberg variations glenn gould album wikipedia. Aug 02, 2007 g lenn goulds first version of the goldberg variations, made in 1955, is one of the imperishable classics of recorded music. The best reason to hate bachs goldberg variations, writes pianist jeremy denk, is that everybody loves them. This new edition of bachs goldberg variations is created by musescore lead developer werner schweer. Glenn gould recording bachs goldberg variations in 1955. The 1981 digital recording by gould, glenn from amazons classical music store. Glenn gould 14 goldberg variations hq audio 1981 video.
Ive listened to it many times, never failing to marvel at the. G lenn goulds first version of the goldberg variations, made in 1955, is one of the imperishable classics of recorded music. Gould s first performance to receive widespread attention was his 1955 recording of bachs goldberg variations. Legendary canadian pianist glenn gould returned in 1981 from a selfimposed 16year hiatus to perform bachs goldberg variations, one of the compositions for which. Hearing glenn gould play goldberg variations anew wsj.
The goldberg variations is the 1955 debut album of canadian classical pianist glenn gould. 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. 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. The interpitations were quite different i wonder if the 2 disc set was a repackageing of both. Get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming movies. Bach the goldberg variations glenn gould 1955 replication. 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. 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.
Click on the button to go to the page where you can download the music. Goldberg variations, an album by glenn gould on spotify. Glenn gould gave his last public concert at the wilshire ebell theater in l. Two years later, he predicted in a magazine article that the public concert as we know. Jun 15, 2004 i know gould recorded the goldberg variations once early in his carreer 50s. As they bookended the discography of a prolific classical recording artist, we can also look at them as a testament to the state of recording technology. Glenn gould bach the goldberg variations full vinyl 1982. Get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming movies tv shows news live. Goldberg variations bwv 988 the historic 1955 debut recording.
I have the later 81, i think version of these, and also a version redorded live before his first studio set from 55. Feb 02, 2018 glenn gould recording bachs goldberg variations in 1955. Oct 12, 2002 ive just begun some serious ab comparisons between the old ddd 1982 master and the new aad 2002 master of glenn gould s performance of the goldberg variations. Mar 26, 2017 along with bob dylans love and theft, which id purchased at 12. At the end of each line you find more information about the music of that specific performer. The goldberg variations 1955 recording glenn gould. Along with bob dylans love and theft, which id purchased at 12. These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been goulds 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Welcome to talk classical a community covering every aspect of classical music. I know gould recorded the goldberg variations once early in his carreer 50s. Hearing glenn gould play goldberg variations anew taking listeners inside the recording studio during the creation of one of the most famous classical releases of all time. Glenn gould stood out for his totally unique polyphony, the dynamic independency vertically and horizontally of the voices like they sound in a choir soprano, alto, tenor and bass.
Bach glenn gould goldberg variations bwv 988 discogs. Goldberg variations sheet music for piano download free in. 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. Glenn gould toronto, canada 19321982 was a canadian pianist most known for. Andras schiff returns to the goldberg variations in what will be regarded as one of the classical music events of the year.
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