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Lute Works 1
Lute Works 1
Lute Works 1

Lute Works 1

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Playing Bach's works for lute is always an interesting proposition. Invariably re-arranged from other instruments (one piece here was originally for cello, the other two for violin), they are notated in such a way that they would have been unplayable on a typical 18th-century instrument; therefore, Bach must have (or may have) presumed they would be transposed. At any rate, Paul O'Dette's new recording of some of the works (called "Volume I") is a ravishing document - elegant, lovely, both easy on the ear and food for thought. These are not pieces of 18th-century wallpaper. The Fugue in the Sonata in G minor, originally for violin, has to be played more slowly, but we gain clarity, with each note articulated, and it is played with golden tone. It's like the workings of a superb Swiss watch. The Dance movements that make up the Partita in (originally) E major are simply charming and actually seem like dances -- the Lute makes them seem more "popular." The recording is both warm and crystal-clear. Highly recommended. --Robert Levine

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From: Amazon Posted: Mar 25, 2008 Type: User Review The lute works

The CD sound is superb. I'd describe it as airy. I liked the interpretation which reminded me more of Sharon Isbin's embellishments and use of silence than the more mechanical play of John Williams. I'm glad I have it in my collection.
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From: Amazon Posted: Nov 13, 2007 Type: User Review Exquisite Bach lute music

There is a bit of a mystery surrounding Bach's 'lute' music. It simply cannot be played on any standard 13-course lute available in 18th Century Germany. And since he notated his 'lute' pieces in staff keyboard notation and not lute tablature, his...
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