by Rebecca Cochran
The Concerto No. 7 in G minor (BWV 1058) is one of my favorites of Bach’s concerti. It is thought to be his first complete harpsichord concerto, albeit a transcription of his Violin Concerto in A minor (BWV 1041). Bach transposed the violin work down a whole tone for the harpsichord version.
The concerto is in three movements. The second movement, Andante, begins simply, almost dirge-like. Our patience is rewarded a few bars in, as Bach gives us lucky listeners one of those gorgeous melodies that only he could write!
Enjoy this recording featuring harpsichordist, Trevor Pinnock and The English Concert.
The Concerto No. 7 in G minor (BWV 1058) is one of my favorites of Bach’s concerti. It is thought to be his first complete harpsichord concerto, albeit a transcription of his Violin Concerto in A minor (BWV 1041). Bach transposed the violin work down a whole tone for the harpsichord version.
The concerto is in three movements. The second movement, Andante, begins simply, almost dirge-like. Our patience is rewarded a few bars in, as Bach gives us lucky listeners one of those gorgeous melodies that only he could write!
Enjoy this recording featuring harpsichordist, Trevor Pinnock and The English Concert.
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