J.S Bach - Goldberg Variations BWV 988 | Aria mit 30 Veränderungen - Nathaniel Mander - Harpsichord

Johann Sebastian Bach - Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, Nathaniel Mander, harpsichord
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The Goldberg Variations were first published in 1742 under the unasuming title of 'Keyboard Practice...Prepared for the enjoyment of music lovers by Johann Sebastian Bach'.
In reality this masterwork not only challenges the player to reach new technical heights but on the emotional level encompasses all that it means to be human.
This performance was recorded at St.Martin's Church in Barcheston on 24th October 2020.
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Harpsichord: Andrew Garlick, 1990

[@williamogrady8216]

I like that Nathaniel doesn't take the repeats as do so many other interpreters. Makes it feel more like a compact, to-the-point set of variations and takes a more thrilling ride through Sebastian's imagination.

[@SpencerMusicSchool]

Beautifully played Nathaniel. I'm a concert pianist and harpsichordist. Love the Goldberg esp the 13th Arabesque variation. And so handsome.

[@NathanielMander]

I'm delighted that you appreciated it so much. How you flatter me!

[@macbird-lt8de]

yes well his barber deserves credit too

[@deanedge5988]

I must have heard them dozens of times and this is one of the best thank you

[@NathanielMander]

So glad you've enjoyed it!

[@aramtchekrekjian7553]

Amazing performance and interpretation, brilliant music and player!

[@ralphblakely2578]

Excellent performance. It demonstrated outstanding musicality along with a considerable virtuosity.

[@joaquinperdomo9347]

Beautiful performance and beautiful sound !

[@linc8389]

What an immense joy of this impeccable projection of serenity. Thank you❣️

[@corradoerdas]

Bravissimo..❤❤❤

[@ranaldsmac33]

Another brilliant performance and beautiful sound. Thank you.

[@shin-i-chikozima]

This performance is beyond description , immeasurable , unfathomable , inspirational , specutacular and comfortable to the ear and the mind

[@jayahn9399]

Wonderful, and thank you!!!

[@tartalover2682]

Way to go Nathaniel!

[@johnalombardi2951]

Brilliant interpretation....

[@That1gymnasticsgirlxx]

Superb. Transported Bach in time....

[@macbird-lt8de]

haha very punny

[@betorioss]

Thank you! You always provide positivity! 😍

[@DaveGrossmanSoloBass]

Wonderful!

[@speakki]

This is beautiful, thank you!! What a stellar recording too, and a beautiful sounding harpsichord.

[@rositabertola6366]

Bravissimo e oserei dire bellissimo!

[@dhritichakraborty]

This is so beautiful!!!

[@245artist]

This is an absolutely incredible performance, my new favorite!

[@neilraghib2561]

Delightful performance Well done Nat

[@dimentionxyz007]

A Genious of the tempo, magnifig interpretation!!, Awsome !!! Very didactic for whom loves the Borroco times

[@carlzittrer7502]

Sensational!

[@criticadelespacio]

beautiful!

[@michelroussanne906]

Grand merci pour cette vidéo .

[@vivianokon7256]

Beautiful playing and expertly recorded. Wonderful to travel back in time and hear the archetypal "sleep mix" on an authentic instrument. I salute you Sir.

[@macbird-lt8de]

Sleep mix!!!! LOL!!!! hard to imagine sometimes.

[@plumayray2656]

Just breathtaking!!! That guy feels baroque so deep!!!

[@windguru2091]

Thanks for sharing your talent, Nathan, God bless you

[@NathanielMander]

The pleasure is all mine!

[@Mateoalcovershorts12]

So beautifully and musically played, at just the right tempo! Thank you Nathaniel !

[@NathanielMander]

You're welcome - it's music to my ears to hear this!

[@reginacoelicostanogueira7629]

I have no words to express gratitude for this performance.Thank you Mister Mander

[@NathanielMander]

I'm delighted to have moved you so!

[@sabrinensis]

Such an excellent performance. Masterful musicality.

[@sabrinensis]

Although I’m not sure it would have halped me sleep - not the performance, but the music itself!

[@cantoniajuk]

Can't wait for another recorded recital like this!

[@NathanielMander]

Keep your eyes peeled!

[@user-sq1ym6ok6i]

This is so good

[@karimz2610]

Bravo pour le travail effectué, ton humilité, et l'honnêteté de ton enregistrement !

[@NathanielMander]

je suis ravi que ça vous plaise!

[@ppankl]

Finally I found it! Everyone plays the first aria too slowly, and because of this the structure of the piece falls apart, and the polyphonic parts don't sound together because of too long delays. This is the way to play, I like it. I think this whole recording comes closest to what Bach wanted to express. You got his point, and that's great. Congrat

[@NathanielMander]

I’m so delighted that you’ve appreciated this! Thanks for stopping by 🎵🎶🎵🎶

[@ppankl]

I have to say many thanks for this recording.

[@macbird-lt8de]

finally someone said it!

[@elspethrobertsonvafeias8146]

Wow

[@777rogerf]

When not racing, at least. Mander has that cantabile touch that brings Bach's works alive. That's a real gift. Re tempo: I will leave that to Wim Winters at Authentic Sound.

[@macbird-lt8de]

I like his partita e minor on that clavichord

[@macbird-lt8de]

not sure what your comment means though lol

[@nuevomundo7184]

Mágico!!!! Saludos desde argentina

[@DiegoTH535]

GREAT!

[@aB-of1nz]

when I behold treasures like this, my hate towards humanity slightly decreases...

[@user-kk2cm6zs9m]

I love your performance and song selection! I'm also watching Instagram 😆

[@NathanielMander]

I’m delighted! Thanks for coming by!

[@rhiannonllewellyn9593]

You're a musical god! And so handsome. I hope you had a long recline after making this video - it's glorious!

[@NathanielMander]

Thanks Darling! I’m yet to get up from the sofa!

[@macbird-lt8de]

get a room. “recline” huh? ye sure I bet

[@elizabethhenning778]

Lovely. Earned a sub.

[@NathanielMander]

So glad!

[@Highlander1432]

Excellent Elegant yet commanding performance Love this harpsichord too Any info on it ? Flemish ?

[@NathanielMander]

So glad you enjoyed! It’s a copy of a late french 18th century instrument. Goujon 1748 made by Andrew Garlick

[@Ipsifendis]

your playing is as beautiful as you are :)

[@NathanielMander]

You charmer!

[@macbird-lt8de]

gentlemen please; some of us are shy.

[@user-sl4ts4zc6g]

Инструмент называется клавесин,да?Мне очень понравилось.В СССР в 60-70 х сочинял композитор Микаэл Таривердиев,его музыка созвучна той,что я слышу сейчас.Он писал музыку к спектаклям и фильмам.Даже в нынешней РФ его музыку многие помнят по сохранившимся фильмам.

[@kennethbowry1521]

Nice suit in more than one way.

[@dang1351]

Outstanding performance! When will we find it on Apple Music? :D

[@dang1351]

I won't have to wait for Apple Music because I bought it from ICSM Records and they shipped it to the US for only 5 quid for shipping! If you're in North America and want to buy his cd and have it mailed to you, it's doable!

[@javiersanmartin8429]

Very good! Can you do a timeskip please, Thank you :)

[@NathanielMander]

Does anyone know how to do this?! I’m from the 18th century!

[@macbird-lt8de]

took care of 10 at 9:40

[@kennethbowry1521]

Amazing so very sharp, but so was the suit you must give me the name of your Tailor.

[@macbird-lt8de]

and barber

[@macbird-lt8de]

Variation ( X = 9:40 )

[@macbird-lt8de]

and it’s a nice one... ... !

[@NathanielMander]

Delighted!

[@aspdenmark]

how can this only be 40 minutes? many other interpretations run to about double, but this doesn't sound rushed/fast at all.

[@NathanielMander]

I didn't play the repeats on this occasion!

[@StephenYuan]

Honestly I still prefer piano, but this is a good interpretation. I can hear all the counterpoint and the different voices, which I think is the main thing. Of course I miss the little shadings of color and dynamics that a piano provides.

[@neilyates1102]

Apparently neither Bach nor his pupil Goldberg missed them!

[@drvonkrauss490]

He looks like Jordan Waller.

[@danfuerthgillis4483]

How is the feel of the key pressure vs a real piano? Always wanted to ask as on the Piano you have the touch control on the larger strings.

[@NathanielMander]

It's a lighter touch but you're in contact more with the string as you're actually plucking them. It's a lovely feeling once you get the hang of it.

[@danfuerthgillis4483]

@@NathanielMander Thanks for the reply, very good information, thank you.

[@user-sq1ym6ok6i]

is the way to play this totally different with piano?

[@NathanielMander]

Yes it really is! The way the mechanism works means that the touch and approach to making music is completely different

[@macbird-lt8de]

damn nobody indexed it like the other guys i needed to hear variation X immediately

[@macbird-lt8de]

I guess I ain’t busy next 40 min can’t just stop once started!

[@macbird-lt8de]

WHAAAAT??? lol 5:40 my brother what dimension

[@macbird-lt8de]

7:40 my man! they always did say Bach loved improv

[@macbird-lt8de]

Sorry brother, I’m a “heavy drinker”, I’ll give it a rest. A whole one.

[@carterhaas3434]

Timeframe of every song?

[@WeedMIC]

nr 5 - 5:19

[@macbird-lt8de]

10 = 9:40