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January 22, 2026
Bach: Sonatas & Partitas album review
Renaud Capuçon(Deutsche Grammophon)These performances of Bach’s solo works are elegant and persuasive – balancing a modern tone with an alert awareness of period style
TL;DR
- Renaud Capuçon recorded Bach's solo sonatas and partitas for his 50th birthday.
- The performances are described as elegant, thoughtful, and persuasive.
- Capuçon balances a modern tone with an awareness of period performance practice.
- Tempi are steady, and the sound is generous with tasteful restraint in decoration.
- Articulation is clear, and handling of difficult passages is sure-footed, avoiding excessive virtuosity.
- The chaconne of the D minor partita is noted for its reflective lightness and intimacy.
- In dramatic moments, Capuçon uses a beefier sound, but readings remain earnest and emotionally resonant.
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