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FOUR ORCHESTRAL SUITES
Johann Sebastian Bach
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Johann Sebastian Bach
FOUR ORCHESTRAL SUITES
1989

Orchestra, Chorus: 
Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
Conductor: 
Ton Koopman

Four delightful performance programmes feature the leading international chamber orchestra which specialises in authentic renditions on fine reproduction period instruments. Bach’s orchestral suites (BWV 1066-9), No. 1 in C, No. 2 in B minor, and Nos 3 and 4 in D major, were recorded in the magnificent baroque surroundings of the Palace Het Loo, built by William of Orange. A different part of the palace forms an elegant and fitting backdrop to each performance. Baroque specialist Ton Koopman conducts his orchestra from the harpsichord.
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