description: According to legend, this monument of keyboard literature was written for 1 of Bach's students, who played it to soothe and entertain his insomniac master. Starting the theme with a stately Aria, the "Goldbergs" travel through 30 variations, exploring thematic possibilities while showcasing the composer's brilliant sense of motivic possibilities.
language: English
title: Bach: Goldberg Variations
titlecomplete: Bach: Goldberg Variations
genres: Reference, Scores, Music
ratings_count: 62
publisher: Penguin CD Classics