J.S. Bach: Partita in A Minor, Allemande BWV 1013; David Tayler, archlute

The allemande from the Partita in A Minor by Johann Sebastian Bach, performed on the archlute by David Tayler. The music is sourced from an undated manuscript; the handwriting suggests that the copyist worked on one of the copies of the violin partitas as well. The title is marked "Solo p[our une] flûte traversière par J. S. Bach." It seems clear that the work was intended for the traverso, or baroque flute, but it is tempting to consider that the work could have been played in Bach's time on the recorder, lute, violin or cello. The style of the opening allemande is similar to several of Bach's preludes, and contains some of his finest work as a composer.
Many years ago, I heard my lute teacher Lucy Cross playing some beautiful music as I walked through the door. The music was unlike anything I had ever heard. "I'm arranging some Bach for the lute," she said. This video is dedicated to her memory.
#Bach #Partita

[@sweetwater8281]

the archlute sound is dreamy. very beautiful.

[@journeymancellist9247]

I was almost finished with this exquisite performance when I suddenly realized that the camera, for once, was not dashing about and creating vast distractions. Thank you!

[@gwalaus]

Seriously, this is great artistry, a mature, accomplished performer, giving great joy through his music. Thank you.

[@miladjalili3862]

hi. i am iranian oud player. this sounds amazing. and u r sooooooo pro. good luck

[@garganspencer6103]

Absolutely wonderful! I had never heard the archlute before--Mr. Tayler is a master musician!

[@medievalmusiclover]

Tempo is just perfect. Congratulations.

[@ytrebiLeurT]

Bach, the composer of everything...

[@stevenschuyler9527]

Beautiful. Thank you, Mr. Tayler.

[@hanshoning9529]

iedere dag luister en kijk ik ,naar deze prachtige klanken het geeft rust en vrede

[@Grima21]

Great! I closed my eyes and found myself lost in the music. I guess, I can't give a better compliment to composer Bach and the artist David Tayler.

[@f.sarastre7491]

David: I must compete with fullsome praise. A version of this music also exists for solo flute, which version I have played. You do the better of the two musical justice. Moreover, other Baroque composers have written a text this good: Yet that is another discussion. MANY THANKS, SIR! Your clear love of music has educated many--a contribution to civilization!

[@gofishblowfish]

You can tell he’s feeling the music and I’m living for it 💕🙏🏻💕

[@peterchristmas1113]

I liked the way you play so much that I looked you up and now I’ve downloaded your album

[@MiguelBaptista1981]

I can only imagine what it sounds like in person. From here its hauntingly beautiful, a lament or prayer with very soothing passages.

[@chrispile3878]

Very elegant instrument, beautiful playing.

[@lshin80]

You can play Bach music on any instrument, and it will always sound beautiful. There have been more prolific composers, but nobody had the insight and mastery of music he had.

[@HelenaWilliams8696]

Exquisite, refined and extraordinary elevation! Alluring melody!

[@kaavest]

The Allemandes of Bach ,on Lute ,Violin and so on,are superb:)

[@camilogutierrez5828]

That was beautiful! Mr. David Tayler just inspired me to try this piece on a regular guitar.