Description
A classic study of Bach's organ works, fully revised in 2003 to take account of recent scholarship.
About the Author
Peter Williams (1937-2016) was an internationally renowned Bach scholar and performer. He was Professor of Performance Practice and the first Director of the Russell Collection of Harpsichords at the University of Edinburgh, Arts and Sciences Distinguished Professor at Duke University, North Carolina, and John Bird Professor at the University of Wales, Cardiff. He wrote numerous books on the organ, organ history and organ repertoire. The first edition of The Organ Music of J. S. Bach was published in 1980 (Volumes 1 and 2) and 1984 (Volume 3).
Reviews
On the first edition: '... obligatory for anyone concerned with the core of the organ repertory ... Dr Williams's writing has a rare vigour and confidence; its sheer authority makes for compelling reading.' Stanley Sadie, Gramophone
'... is, without doubt, the most important text on the master's organ music.' Classical Music
' ... there is no denying the stimulating nature of the content ... you will find much to stimulate, provoke, invigorate ... that is good scholarship.' Early Music Today
'The original publication was always stimulating to consult and highly thought-provoking, and it is pleasing that the author has retained this engaging - and sometimes quite challenging - approach. A remarkable achievement.' The Consort
Book Information
ISBN 9780521891158
Author Peter Williams
Format Paperback
Page Count 638
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1040g
Dimensions(mm) 243mm * 172mm * 32mm