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"A new future" (Organ Sonata No 4 BWV 528)

Period

Baroque

Instruments

Piano

This sonata was one of the sonatas written by Bach for the organ. A sonata is music for a solo instrument or small instrumental ensemble in one or more movements. Bach wrote these sonatas for his eldest son who, by practicing them, prepared himself to be the great organist he later became. The specific sonata is a heavenly beautiful piece which, although conceived for the organ, is also played in the piano. The pianist Vikingur Olafsson has made an interesting musical video which makes this piece even more captivating, suggesting the beginning of a new world, a world of hope, beauty and truth. Olafsson's technique in interpreting this piece is extraordinary, giving you the impression of 3 dimensional music. A transcending music, especially when listened to with the video. A suggested title for this music piece: "A new future".