
FOUR ORCHESTRAL SUITES
Johann Sebastian Bach




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.
Label:
Arthaus Musik
Genre:
Konzert
Running Time:
87
Picture Format:
4:3
Sound Format:
PCM Stereo
Number of Discs:
1
Region:
2, 5
EAN:
4006680102665
UPC:
4006680102665

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