J. S. Bach at His Royal Instrument: Essays on His Organ Works

by Russell Stinson

Book Overview

In this wide-ranging set of original essays, musicologist and organist Russell Stinson investigates Johann Sebastian Bach's compositions for the organ, opening up a wealth of perspectives on the stylistic orientation and historical context of these timeless masterpieces.

With a sweeping hand, Stinson sheds light on the entire corpus of Bach's organ chorales, and considers the reception of particular pieces not only by various luminaries in...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0190674415
• ISBN13: 9780190674410
• Release Date: December 2020
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"