Bach

Explore the life and works of the enigmatic Johann Sebastian Bach in this captivating book by John Eliot Gardiner, one of the composer's greatest interpreters. Gardiner shares his lifetime of study and performance, distilling the most recent Bach scholarship to explain the ideas and processes behind Bach's sublime music. With a historian's eye for detail, Gardiner delves into Bach's personality, piecing together biographical shards and examining the music to reveal the man behind the mastery. A unique and fascinating read for music lovers and history buffs alike.