Title: J. S. Bach
Description: This stimulating narrative traces Bach's life; discusses contemporary artistic and philosophical movements; assesses the work of his predecessors Schutz, Scheidt, Buxtehude, etc., analyzes Bach's own work; and passes on brilliant recommendations for performance — tempo, phrasing, accentuation, dynamics, etc.
Subjects: Biography, Composers, Criticism and interpretation, Music appreciation, Musical analysis
Places: Germany
People: Ernest Newman (1868-1959), Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)