Bach 2 Part Inventions and Sinfonias (complete) P. Barton FEURICH Harmonic Pedal piano

[@stutheman9104]

I whole heartily agree that statement, " a life well lived to be able to play Bach with such finesse " this guy is amazing! Love it!

[@stutheman9104]

Typo, with that statement,,,,,,,,

[@symphoniaenjoyer]

Timecode: Invention 1 00:07 Sinfonia 1 01:25 Invention 2 02:29 Sinfonia 2 04:43 Invention 3 7:15 Sinfonia 3 8:38 Invention 4 09:47 Sinfonia 4 10:42 Invention 5 14:05 Sinfonia 5 15:29 Invention 6 18:20 Sinfonia 6 22:16 Invention 7 23:17 Sinfonia 7 25:15 Invention 8 27:18 Sinfonia 8 28:18 Invention 9 29:27 Sinfonia 9 32:32 Invention 10 37:16 Sinfonia 10 38:00 Invention 11 39:02 Sinfonia 11 40:17 Invention 12 43:54 Sinfonia 12 45:19 Invention 13 46:46 Sinfonia 13 47:57 Invention14 50:13 Sinfonia 14 51:42 Invention 15 52:57 Sinfonia 15 55:45

[@lydiagong]

55:45 is the ending already!

[@lydiagong]

I mean 54:16 is Sinfonia 15!

[@shara-pn9wf]

good dog

[@arriamirorei1925]

Of course, anything written by Bach is worthy of consideration and respect. And Paul Barton's interpretation is excellent. But not all pieces are equally interesting. This is my humble ranking of the inventions and symphonies: THE BORING: 39:02 Invention 11: Repetitive, gets nowhere. 08:38 Symphony 3: Starts well, but then goes nowhere. 15:29 Symphony 5: Boring, the left hand is soporific. 32:32 Symphony 9: Tedious. 38:00 Symphony 10: Repetitive, gets nowhere. 47:57 Symphony 13: Repetitive, gets nowhere. THE CORRECT: 00:07 Invention 1: Formal beauty. 02:29 Invention 2: Formal beauty. 14:05 Invention 5: Formal beauty. 23:17 Invention 7: Formal beauty. 29:27 Invention 9: Sweet agony. 52:57 Invention 15: Formal Beauty. 01:25 Symphony 1: Formal beauty. 10:42 Symphony 4: Sweet melancholy. 22:16 Symphony 6: Formal beauty. 25:15 Symphony 7: Formal beauty. 45:19 Symphony 12: A simple motif of 2 semiquavers and a quaver which is repeated and developed in a very varied way. 51:42 Symphony 14: Formal beauty. THE BEST: 07:15 Invention 3: Gallant. 09:47 Invention 4: Mysterious precipitation. 18:20 Invention 6: Syncopated quavers with moments of great beauty. 37:16 Invention 10: Joyful and playful triplets. 43:54 Invention 12: Positive and full of energy. 28:18 Symphony 8: Cheerful and cordial. 40:17 Symphony 11: Sweet melancholy. 54:16 Symphony 15: Dramatic triplets and fusas. THE BEST OF THE BEST FOREVER AND EVER: 27:18 Invention 8: Catchy, bubbly, delicious. The best invention. 46:46 Invention 13: Full of beauty. 50:13 Invention 14: Optimistic and vital. 04:43 Symphony 2: Cosmic beauty. The best symphony.

[@violinsinthevoid4579]

a good demonstration of how subjective art is. Symphony 5 is my soporific jam! Of course all of the best you've chosen are the peak of musical perfection to me also.

[@josephalvarez5315]

Nah

[@linkthai1995]

​@@lolsup9817 its the Italian word for symphony

[@tonycross5801]

Couldn't disagree more. 😁

[@jossy5641]

Bach inventions were first introduced to me when I was around 11 years old by one of many piano teachers. They were so much fun to play and still are. Now as an older human, I am listening as I do my homework. At times, only Bach can keep me focused on my studies as my brain wanders.

[@randyclar747]

Everything in perfect time, an extensive knowledge of many pieces. Paul Barton is the best.

[@danawinsor1380]

@@craigandsnowwadam4511 ???

[@joselevicanasenjo2171]

this isone of the best interpretation. Timing, dynamics especially. not too fast, not slow... I belive you play the way Bach intended to play i that way

[@anytimeiwake]

First,l sinfonia #4 just soothes my soul, but apart from this, I have been playing this video so many times over the past month that I am beginning to hear it as one symphony. I really NEED a dose of Bach every day!

[@pleaseexcusemydeeplyawkwar4972]

It's the first time I've heard it and it felt like being wrapped in a soft blanket. I fell asleep and woke up to keep hearing it and then fell asleep again

[@Jarnagua]

I love your interpretations. I think Bach would LOVE them too! Thank you!

[@Scofid]

I can't tell you how many times I've listened to this. I keep coming back. Fantastic work.

[@joselevicanasenjo2171]

i amwith you.

[@maultooga]

I've come looking for inspiration one my journey to learning all these. It's tough. After learning like 6 inventions in about a week, I feel like my mind is melting. These recordings help sort things out and give me hope.

[@awakeamericanow]

Who else comes even close to Bach for the beauty and sensitivity of what are in fact exercises and expositions of two part writing?

[@Fabsurf101]

Thank you for playing for such a beautiful piece of music and having the camera showing how your hands movement makes it even more enjoyable and relaxing

[@debluening7473]

Thank you!!! I dusted off my yellowing copy of two-part inventions to amuse myself while staying home for COVID shutdown. Nice surprise to find a KZbin video that has the full book and close up of fingering. Well played!

[@DangerRussDayZ6533]

I recently picked up my first copy of his complete inventions and sinfonias. This after years on hiatus from the piano. I'm a glutton for punishment.

I like this grouping of Inventio+Sinfonia, they make sense as preludes and fugues. Beautifully played, as always.

[@rembeadgc]

Best sounding recording I've heard yet. Well paced and flowing.

[@dilayturkylmaz9064]

You are just brilliant. I could listen this every single day.

[@spiffyg4939]

My mother used to play these pieces nearly every weekend. Thanks for the rush of fond memories.

[@withoutfurtheradoforever]

The angels may listen to Mozart, but God listens to Bach!

[@TijuanaBorderJumper]

Damn!!!!!!!

[@sexypoetry]

no one listens to me although my iq test says "genius"...or...maybe exactly because of that...i suppose that extraterrestrials wont let people listen to anyone with high iq

[@maureeno9382]

and the Holy Spirit listens to Beethoven

[@Surr3alll]

@jona jrjrthb4jfhru4383i4i4k3knh4j4mrjfirntnrkdjdueuru3kfejeui2ohtegorwogrqlfwkcwdjekcakvsfhpwrgrwfiaekfar8varkvtwowtkvwti42obw5hoegoqrfiqefqeqxqszw1swsgwsjhezve1zhev1zs1 saw wozw1sge1izyie1xso1wdocdo2cdw9xge1ipyxpe1zys1piyzeo1zeo1eozy1e9ye8zu0e1yzupe1sypue1yzoue1ydouedoe1zo1jwxvos1vzpjexpje1 xowdxvipe1zvipe1xpe1xpu1ievxpje1 vp1dipie1xg1pejx2epuxx81sxo1exeo1uxypeu1gx

[@Joe_Yacketori]

And humankind listens to Beethoven.

[@zoe.h.nelson04]

Invention 2 is my absolute favorite!

[@pleaseexcusemydeeplyawkwar4972]

I didn't expect to fall asleep like a baby and have the best nap of my life 😴😊

[@humamghassib2685]

A brilliant combination of mathematics and passion. Sublime!

[@sihyunglee4220]

thank you , MR paul barton

[@titanicswimteam9833]

Every time is see you play, your technique is outstanding. You play with a ball in your hand and always keep your fingers even. Bravo.

[@RayAlegriaMusic]

THANK YOU so much for letting us hear such beautiful music!!

[@HoneyDew151]

I hate practicing inventions but they’re definitely a joy to listen to~

[@ronaldgarciaguitar6414]

I love this camera angle because I imagine I'm the one playing the piano Haha!

[@EcstasyJesus]

Then you must have a very long neck mate

[@ronaldgarciaguitar6414]

Hahaha!

[@wangshi3030]

how I wish I can learn piano from you

[@wangshi3030]

does It matter if your hands are small to play piano ?

[@al-murtadhaoday8344]

wangshi3030 no

[@maydarumberg2992]

Charming and beautiful music.

[@jordidewaard2937]

Oh my god that trill in Invention no.4 sounded amazing

[@nicholasrees1838]

Great music and very well played. In particular, the approach of pairing the two pieces using the same key works very well as a performance idea. Many of the these pairs are complementary - I particularly like the C minor pair as stand-alone pieces and together, as here, they work well. This collection of pieces is little played or discussed but Bach's genius is most evident here. It is a shame that they don't get more airtime as many of them are great pieces. In particular the Sinfonias are gems - the C minor, the E flat, the E, the G and my personal favourite, the delicate G minor. I also have a soft spot for the D minor Invention which is a very satisfying piece to bang out at volume on the piano or harpsichord. A recent jazzed-up version by the David Rees-Williams Trio contained a beautiful version of this - well worth listening to.

[@letybg946]

THANKS YOU , SR BARTON , yo toco algunas Invenciones , y ya me dió esta clase , ....tenía mucho tiempo de no tocar , y me ha motivado a volver a intentarlo . Con solo mirar sus hermosas y maravillosas manos .Gracias ♥️ Saludos desde México 🇲🇽. 🎹🎼🎵🎶 Tv 😃😀💖💞

[@hrobert745]

This is just marvelous, Paul! A great study guide.

[@kaylee1872]

I was dying to know the title of the song I used to play when I was a child.. i finally found it!!! It was Bach invention 15!!!! Thank you so much!!

[@seancarney843]

Mr. Barton, Thank you for posting your videos of Bach's Inventions and Sinfonias and the Well-Tempered Clavier. I have recently gotten serious about returning to the piano and your performances are very helpful to me in my study.

[@canman5060]

A MUST for all piano students.

[@DonVal86]

Me too, please don’t worry.

[@thakill100]

@@DonVal86 I'm worrying

[@josephalvarez5315]

Just started my first one today. Very worried

[@Dilara-js7ek]

Allegro always makes me worry

[@Alex-zc3os]

Trying to finish the 3 popular inventions 772, 784 and 779. My IQ has reached to an eternal level and it went to the 6. dimension in a parallel universe, I think I might be another reality right now, I can control the keys with my brain and don't need my hands anymore, bach would be so proud of me as my piano has become the Maester

[@flyxtop]

I like his precise play with composure.

[@dstrongcrowe432strong6]

You're quite brilliant! I'm just returning to classical music and Bach is by far my favorite. Needed this for inspiration!

[@cooltrades7469]

Coming back to your voicings as an inspiration......the one in F minor ....that's a life long story. 3 voice.

[@BigParadox]

Thanks, Paul, for sharing this. My father used to play some of the inventions and it was especially nice to hear them again, of course.

[@koskiification]

Wonderful. I play invention 8, 13 and learning 4,10. (Slow process)

[@BigMacGuitar]

Great playing, your phrasing is impeccable!

[@WolfgangM1791]

”J.S Bach is the immortal god to harmony, “ - Ludwig van Beethoven

[@corruptb6]

Hey, the motif at 0:42 is a more simplified version of the one in the famous Toccata and Fuge in D minor I believe :D But hey idk i might be wrong

[@javawaj4359]

Very very Good Playing ! Thank you 매우 좋은 연주예요. 고맙습니다.

[@ms8562]

never wanted to play piano more than after watching this video!!! so much talent 💕💕💕💕💕❤️

[@thomashoffman5217]

Welll dont start with the inventions or youll quit promptly.

[@ms8562]

@@thomashoffman5217 learned that the hard way 😅

[@bborg8368]

Well played-my IQ went up a few points just by listening.

[@fredericotacio3473]

every time I come here to watch it I leave a like in your comment.

[@adrianfundescu5407]

Actually listening or ,better, playing Bach every day ,in the morning will make your day much more organized.

[@stevennababan6159]

Really? I mean, you better start practicing it too to increase your IQ faster.

[@jameslorenz3718]

I wish

[@TheAcrophile]

Bach is good for the brain. :)

[@drstrangebudgie4052]

I loved the dynamics and phrasing

[@danielacamargo2534]

I like to watch your piano performance! I'm studying the Bach's First Invention. I have a lot of study ahead

[@nazou5770]

Takes a lot of mind to do that great job

[@bmoy2812]

Mr. Paul Barton is talented with a super memory pianist.

[@olliwutzi]

So sad Mr. Barton is never heard in concerts. I do not mean the great concert halls. Why not a tour in middle little Beat-or Jazz clubs? This would be soooo great! Greatings from Hamburg/Germany!

[@sullenlyxstoned]

Absolutely wonderous... thank you so much for sharing. Just exquisite, thank you.

[@lydiagong]

Beautiful!

[@jonathanlamarre3579]

Paul Barton, you're my piano god.

[@renatoargh]

Thank you sooooo much, Paul, for this awesome recording!!!

[@moveonupcb]

your playing is exquisite. your timing and touch are fantastic and your tone, feeling and sound are mesmerising. In short you've nailed it. thks for the video and recordings.

[@danawinsor1380]

This is fabulous! Thank you for this! I love your tempi.

[@michaelehlers8299]

This is so nice to listen to. Thanks for sharing.

[@frankieseymour3324]

Learning the first invention right now. Have to play it for recital with Kuhlah Sonatine and Chopin Waltz in A minor ughhhh

[@leegnichols7501]

Thank you very much for this excellent presentation!...my new favorite way to listen to these classics!

[@macavery3]

So good.love it

[@locsavaric2310]

Piano professors: "Use these fingers" Professional pianists: "Hell no!"

[@kedonsiemen]

Loved this. Thank you.

[@bobieknight4036]

I had to play this when I was in high school (46:46). It took me about two months to play it at tempo. learn it slow and rhythmically correct then gradually increase tempo.

[@notnipneb2810]

Same, I’m playing it for an audition in a few days, that and ravels sonatine second movement

[@kenswireart88]

Definitely lots of stuff added kept me wondering. Goodstuff

[@1whoDoesSimply]

As a current music student i'd kill to have your talent. Your technique ia teaching me things just by looking at it! You play like Bach himself!

[@sumonta21]

Very enjoy listening ❤️

[@anthonydiaz3386]

It's going to take me another couple a years to master left hand melody, which adds another type of hand independence nightmare. In the classic world, LH isn't just for bass lol

[@duolingoowl7043]

Melo Keyz *baroque

[@HoneyDew151]

Some Hanon and Bach will fix up your LH for you :) keep at it!!!

[@jasminelewis5205]

I am learning this piece. Ur song helped me heaps! 😋

[@rheolaforge3025]

So lifely amazing.. wish I could be .. yet .. m too old.. how could u be like that?!? My fingers .. not working.. how ?!? So beautiful..

[@bernhardtmitdt2586]

Thank you for these beautiful interpretations. I love the slow and non-artistic versions, but of course I do not know how Bach himself would like to hear it ;-)

[@redboombuzz]

I'll be studying the whole inventions soon! :)

[@tommasoferlalodigiani3198]

Bravo!

[@amineboumahdi6138]

You're simply a Genius !

[@brianbernstein3826]

33:59 Bach really wrote this melody? the change from A natural to Ab plus the direct 5th sounds so dissonant wow

[@ruperttmls7985]

Existen varios momentos en algunas invenciones que parecieran sonar "disonantes" aparentemente, por ejemplo también en la invención 12 y en la 13, existe una razón para ello según algunos teóricos de la música de Bach, si embargo en estos momentos no recuerdo bien jajaja Saludos

[@pinkfloydhomer]

That's why we love Bach - Undisputed master of contrapuntal music and of controlled, balanced, planned dissonance. Way ahead of his (and our) time.

[@lespook5966]

a lot of Bach's music has planned/controlled dissonance, the most famous example of this is the Toccata and Fugue in D Minor.

[@anyupierce]

Duh who else

[@hasumedic]

Wonderfully played!

[@mitraalizadeh3941]

Amazing... brilliant ❤

[@luizricardo-b5]

Amazing work! Cheers from Brazil

[@danielhines6728]

Immaculate technique....

[@marcusrjames3072]

Simply superb...and really helpful. Thanks

[@Aonik49]

Amazing, thank you Paul.

[@ゴンサレスカナーンツィ]

Mr. Barton, thanks for all your videos. I am a pianist and I learn a lot from you. Could you do a video for improving sight reading? Thanks a lot!

[@Grapadapapa]

Thanks for the video, great resource. I'm currently struggling to learn No. 8.

[@bvgames286]

Me to with no.4

[@happypiano4810]

@@bvgames286 Funny. Just learned no. 4 invention, and now learning no. 8 invention. Interesting.

[@DLCaster]

Just a note of caution while looking at the video for Invention #8 (particularly in slow motion): In measure 16, the first note in the right hand is a Bb, and it appears Paul played the A immediately below it. I mention this because I struggled with the fingering of measures 15, 16, and 17. After repeatedly watching them played in slow motion, I noticed the error, which had me scratching my head as I tried to work out how to play them myself. The funny part is that the A worked ok with the harmony well enough to not be noticeable. In spite of this, the video is really helping me figure out how to play this invention, and I am very thankful Paul put these recordings up for us to enjoy and learn from.

[@Aalii6]

this is great, thank you

[@caesarsneezer6992]

Harpsichord, harpsichord. My kingdom for a harpsichord

[@MarziaGaggioliOfficial]

This is fantastic!!!!!!!!! Great Paul!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

[@fatimacanche9081]

Que bien las invenciones(algo para recordar ) que duermas bien

[@noefm3274]

para mi las mejores son Invencion n8(27:20) y la sinfonía n15(54:15)

[@alonsoyraithcorimanya7949]

Si

[@alonsoyraithcorimanya7949]

Esa es la q toque para entrar al conservatorio el no.8 para 1 profesional

[@annakim1350]

Respect!!!

[@YoonKyeongChoi]

감사합니다

[@rosemaryperez]

Difícil facilidad...la grandiosidad del virtuoso! 🌹💖😇

[@winsomelau6188]

good job ! Would u plz do a tutorial on Bach-busoni chaconne bwv1004 ?

[@jihanjoo]

+Winsome Lau I second this motion.

[@jordansiaha3898]

Winsome Lau Me too!

[@manguimas]

Simply amazing!! I would like to buy these recordings in mp3 separately. How would I do that?

[@antibiotic3024]

You can download them

[@747447444]

I have composed 9 two-part-inventions and 9 three-part-inventions (or symphonies) in the next keys: 1 in Db major 2 in C# minor 3 in D# minor 4 in F# major 5 in F# minor 6 in Ab major 7 in Ab minor 8 in Bb minor 9 in B major In the keys that Bach did not compose inventions.

[@marijasokolovic2584]

The best invention 14:05

[@Zephyrus47]

All of them are great

[@heavynov]

Lovely playing! And thank you very much for filming with this angle, really helping me with bar 13 of the C minor invention :-)

[@jennaostroff6742]

Please do 3 part next!!!

[@peterhuang100]

I love you so much!!!!!!

[@siroustalebnejad8437]

💜

[@ilovesicily5317]

for bach isn't ok if you don't play a melody on the left hand once you have already played it in the right hand, that's incredible ahahaha for the rest beautiful interpretation, and nice pieces!

[@marijasokolovic2584]

You are great!

[@adlib8096]

O my...i just got invention 13 thrown at me by my teacher (not literally...yet). Hope i can slow down speed to see the fingering😱🙏🏻