Bach for Book Lovers: A Soothing Companion for Reading

Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), James Judd (Conductor), Edo de Waart (Conductor), Neville Marriner (Conductor), I Musici (Performer), Maria Teresa Garatti (Performer), Chamber Orchestra of Europe (Orchestra), New Philharmonia Orchestra (Orchestra), Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields (Orchestra), Friedrich Gulda (Performer), Jean Louis Steuerman (Performer), Arthur Grumiaux (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti, Friedrich Gulda, Jean Louis Steuerman, Arthur Grumiaux
• Orchestra: Chamber Orchestra of Europe, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
• Conductor: James Judd, Edo de Waart, Neville Marriner
• Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach
• Audio CD (June 10, 1997)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Philips
• ASIN: B0000041NJ
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,444 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #66 in Music > Classical > Forms & Genres > Concertos > Concerto Grossi

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars POETIC & OUTSTANDING!, January 14, 2000

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This review is from: Bach for Book Lovers: A Soothing Companion for Reading (Audio CD)

I didn't know a lick about classical music unti now. I came across this (a three cd set titled "Music for Book Lovers" while browsing a mail order flyer which came with a bookclub mailing. The whismical cover art and idea of soothing reading music attracted me. As with books, I immediately got on Amazon to locate and read reviews. I listened to the (very generous) samples and was impressed...it sounded like wonderful music! Amazon, of course, had a much better price so I ordered the cd set. I fell in love immediately upon placing in my cd player where it hasn't left since! This stuff is awesome and I've missed out all these years until now! The "Bach for Book Lovers" is my favorite and not just for reading - I bath, sleep, work, relax, read, wash dishes, watch the sunset, you name it! The piano pieces are so poetic and soothing, but never boring. The collection of pieces are thoughtfully and appropriately chosen. The other two cds in the set are even more relaxing and good for chasing away stress, tension, and even sleeplessnes. I have since ordered six more cds in this delightful series, as well as the book "Classical Music For Dummies." Can't wait for Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and more Bach to arrive! (The cds include an excellent liner catalog of other cds in the series). It doesn't take an expert to distinguish and enjoy great music - Thanks Amazon!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bach & Books! Can It Get Any Better!, November 14, 2003

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rodboomboom (Dearborn, Michigan United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bach for Book Lovers: A Soothing Companion for Reading (Audio CD)

Combining two of my favorite things, Bach and Books, this is a great find for those who are in to these two!

A fine selection of Bach is displayed, from concerto to suite, from oboe to clavier to harpsichord to orchestra, the variety and peaceful that exude from this fine collection are soothing.

Certainly this delivers what it promised, relaxing, warm music to surround one when reading. I often combine the two and this will become a staple for just that.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Compilation of Brilliant Music for Home or Car, January 25, 2004

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T. Carlsen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bach for Book Lovers: A Soothing Companion for Reading (Audio CD)

This is a suberb compilation of delightful Bach piano and chamber music masterpieces. The "songs" were chosen from the vast and excellent Phillips classical music recordings. The sound, performances, and song selections are outstanding.

A lot of great classical music is not very good for listening at home. The crescendos can be loud and the themes too intense. I would rather listen to a breathtaking Mozart piano sonata (solo piano) at home than a grand Mozart symphony (large orchestra). The music on this CD was chosen for home listening, such as when reading a book.

This music is EXCELLENT for listening at home. It's both brilliant and mellow. When I listen to this music I marvel at the brilliance of Bach. I am very grateful for this music.

A fantastic compilation!