Composer: BACH

Tracks/ Timings: The Well Tempered Clavier, Book II

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Information: This 2 CD set—specially priced—is Craig Sheppard’s fifth recording for Roméo Records, and his fourth Bach release on the label- all available through ClassiQuest.
Last year saw the release of Sheppard’s Book 1 of the Well Tempered Clavier. Book 2 has been eagerly awaited by critics who reviewed the first installment and music lovers who found Book 1 so overwhelmingly enjoyable.
Craig Sheppard’s previous Bach releases on Romeo Records—Partitas, (Romeo Records 7248/9) & Inventions/Sinfonias (Romeo Records 7255) received widespread critical acclaim: “There are too many delightful details to savor. Sheppard’s Partitas leave a fresh imprint upon each rehearing, and they deserve serious consideration…” - classicstoday .com (Rating: 10/8)
“Sheppard’s Bach, like his Beethoven, is revelatory…a lyrial impulse that borders on the ecstatic. Sheppard’s partitas belong in every serious collection for what they reveal to us about Bach and the music.” - Fanfare
“…his shining courage and conviction, however provocative, command your attention at virtually every point.” “…infinite variety is conveyed by Craig Sheppard in performances brimming with zest and affection.” - Gramophone “Bach playing of notable artistry.”- (Romeo Records 7248/9) International Record Review
“Bach playing of no mean stature. I was engrossed by just about everything Sheppard does.” “…extraordinarily compelling playing.” - International Record Review