Bach J.S. / Kuniko Bach: Solo Works For Marimba CD

The Japanese percussionst Kuniko turns to the cello suites and violin sonatas of J.S. Bach for her fourth solo studio recording with Linn. Arranged for solo marimba, Kuniko gives unique perspective of these hugely famous and intellectually challenging works. Her trademark is her highly sensitive touch, particularly with wooden instruments such as marimba, which gives these interpretations an extremely stripped-down yet natural, organic feel. The beautiful acoustic of the medieval Jaani Kirik in Estonia creates the ideal sound space for Kuniko's arrangements. Kuniko is a solost who is recognized around the world for her astonishing virtuosity, exquisite musical insight and expressive yet elegant performance style. She is renowned for her flawless technique when playing both keyboard and percussion instruments, which blends seamlessly with her profound musical intelligence.

1. Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV846 2. I. Prelude 3. II. Allemande 4. III. Courante 5. IV. Sarabande 6. V. Menuet I ; II 7. VI. Gigue 8. I. Prelude 9. II. Allemande 10. III. Courante 11. IV. Sarabande 12. V. Bourr?e I ; II 13. VI. Gigue 14. I. Prelude 15. II. Allemande 16. III. Courante 17. IV. Sarabande 18. V. Gavotte I 19. VI. Gavotte II 20. VII. Gigue 21. Prelude in C minor, BWV999 22. I. Adagio 23. II. Fuga 24. III. Siciliana 25. IV. Presto 26. I. Grave 27. II. Fuga 28. III. Andante 29. IV. Allegro 30. I. Adagio 31. II. Fuga 32. III. Largo 33. IV. Allegro Assai