Bach JS

The gloriously expressive slow-movement ariosos are the highlights [MG]

Imaginative recreations of possible Brandenburg Concertos [SB]

(Déjà Review) ‘Original’ versions of the Overtures – indispensable for Bach aficionados [JV]

(Déjà Review) This is another absorbing and splendidly performed release in this very important series [JQ]

Reconstructed concertos for oboe and oboe d’amore constitute a musical treat for lovers of Bach’s music [ZT]

Highly enjoyable playing by two pioneers of American pianism [RCh]

A great artist’s important legacy restored, including first recordings of Beethoven, Bach and Vaughan Williams [JW]

The performances are superb, but the concept may not appeal to everyone [JV]

Good performances on a splendid historical instrument [JV]

A hugely enjoyable celebration of the piano from this supremely gifted pianist [RCh]

(Déjà Review) Milne’s playing also reflects his love of this demanding yet rewarding repertoire [TB]

One of the best guitar recordings of music by JS Bach [ZT]

(Déjà Review) The best of the best in this most personal of all possible worlds [DC]

This brother and sister team are winning in this engaging programme [RCh)

Given the quality of the existing cycles, this is a brave project but a very fine start [DJB]

Incisive performances of three cantatas, among them one of Bach’s most beloved [JV]

Dazzling virtuosity, sometimes at the expense of the music [ZT]

Excellent and compelling [SG]

An interesting exercise, with mostly winning results [DJB]

Indispensable for Kempff fans [SG]

One of the most satisfying recordings of Bach’s motets, in particular in regard to the relationship of text and music [JV]

Thirteen pieces, eleven cathedral organs, nine organists, one excellent concept [JF]

(Déjà Review) Full marks to Hänssler for giving enduring life to this most attractive and expert craftsman [JW]

A superb, lyrical performance of this great music [PSh]