J.S. Bach: Suites Nos. 1-4, BWV 1066-1069 [Hybrid SACD] [Hybrid SACD - DSD]

Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Diego Fasolis (Conductor, Performer), I Barocchisti (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Diego Fasolis, I Barocchisti
• Conductor: Diego Fasolis
• Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach
• Audio CD (May 30, 2006)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Hybrid SACD - DSD
• Label: Arts Music
• ASIN: B000E8M20O
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #136,317 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More superb performances and exceptional sound quality from Fasolis & company, January 26, 2009

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Joey Joe Joe Jr. Shabadoo (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: J.S. Bach: Suites Nos. 1-4, BWV 1066-1069 [Hybrid SACD] (Audio CD)

This is the third disc I have purchased from this fine ensembles' survey of Bach's orchestral oeuvre. After greatly enjoying their readings of Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 1-4 and Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 5&6/Triple Concerto BWV 1044, I looked forward to this CD with great anticipation.
Regarding interpretations, these readings are some of the finest I have heard, with ideal fast-but-not-too-fast tempi throughout. There is nothing "authentic for the sake of authentic" about these period performances, as everything is in good taste. For comparison, Fasolis & I Barocchisti take things at a slightly faster pace than Pinnock & The English Concert, and at nearly the same pace as my personal favorite cycle by Goebel & Musica Antiqua Koln. The main difference between this release and those of course, is the added benefit of multichannel DSD audio on this hybrid SACD. The SACD layer has incredible sound, boasting exceptional instrumental spacing and detail. The virtues of this medium are even better served by the slightly larger orchestral forces used in the Overtures as compared to the sparser, more chamber-oriented ensemble the group used for the Brandenburgs. In particular, the horns, double basses and kettle drums sound pronounced and mighty here, as compared to the slightly set-back sound on the aforementioned CDs by Pinnock & Goebel. The stereo CD layer also sounds excellent, and better than most other recordings of these works that I have heard.
Overall, another excellent account by Fasolis and I Barocchisti. I can only hope that they one day record Bach's violin concerti for SACD, as the group's violinist is exceptional and I would love to hear this performer in the spotlight. Highly recommended, especially if you have access to an SACD player.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars These Bach SACDs Are Wonderful, September 29, 2008

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John D. Truslow (Boston MA) - See all my reviews
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I bought this Bach recording on the Arts label, along with the Brandenburg Concertos (also SACDs, also on Arts) and was completely delighted. Everything sounds fresh, spontaneous, inspired. I wish the "high-end" magazines would feature the SACDs on Arts and help make them better-known. If you think these works are too familiar to hold any surprises, then you should take a listen!

5.0 out of 5 stars Once Again - PURE JOY!, December 31, 2011

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J. Poss "Jeff3948" (Pahrump, Nevada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: J.S. Bach: Suites Nos. 1-4, BWV 1066-1069 [Hybrid SACD] (Audio CD)

This review is of the multi-channel SACD layer listened to in 5.1 surround sound.

The Performances
The performances of Bach's Suites with I Barocchisti directed by Diego Fasolis is as good as their Brandenburgs, by far the best performance I've ever heard. I Barocchisti and Diego Fasolis capture Bach with passion with endless nuances of phrasing that makes me want to listen to these again and again. I don't want to give you any more detail so you can discover the many joys yourself. One gets the sense of PURE JOY in these performances, the essence of Bach!

The Recording
The original instruments sound so gorgeous in this 5.1 SACD (an original 5.1 channel 24-bit 96kHz recording converted to DSD for the SACD format) it was truly like having them in my room with me. The details of the performance and the earthy textures of the original instruments made for an exceptional experience. The engineers have captured the reverberation and ambience of the recording venue beautifully!