Author Description
This collection presents a selection of varied repertoire by J. S. Bach in new arrangements for the organ. Bringing a wealth of popular pieces under the fingers and feet of intermediate players, the volume caters for all parts of a church service, as well as providing recital repertoire and popular encores. Taking its cue from the Baroque practice of transcription, and with the needs of modern players in mind, this volume presents a set of pieces with wide and varied use and makes a valuable addition to any organist's repertoire.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This collection investigates the practical application of Baroque transcription techniques to adapt J.S. Bach's diverse repertoire for the modern organ. The volume serves as a pedagogical and functional resource for intermediate organists, bridging the gap between historical performance practices and contemporary liturgical or recital requirements. By providing accessible arrangements, the work addresses the need for versatile music suitable for various church service components and performance encores.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A curated selection of J.S. Bach compositions arranged specifically for organ.
- Technical arrangements designed for intermediate-level proficiency.
- Repertoire suitable for both liturgical church services and public recitals.
Scope Limits
- The volume does not provide advanced concert-level transcriptions for virtuoso performers.
- It does not include historical commentary or musicological analysis of the original manuscripts.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Organists frequently utilize this collection as a functional resource for expanding their service repertoire with accessible arrangements. Experts note that the volume successfully balances technical playability with the stylistic integrity of Bach's original compositions.
Page Count:
64
Publication Date:
2014-01-01
Publisher:
OUP
ISBN-10:
0193399024
ISBN-13:
9780193399020
Music
Instructional
Sheet Music
Songbooks
Organ
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