Bach Transcriptions For Piano Book

Bach Transcriptions For Piano Book

This collection showcases the vibrant range and enduring popularity of Bach piano transcriptions from the early twentieth century. Featuring a variety of pieces, it includes exuberant fantasias and fugues, gentle transcriptions from instrumental works, and beloved chorales.

The book is enriched with introductory notes by renowned pianist and broadcaster David Owen Norris, providing valuable insights into Bach's music and its adaptations. With 64 pages of beautifully arranged works, this volume is perfect for pianists looking to explore and celebrate Bach's timeless compositions.

Song Titles Include:

• arr. Myra Hess: Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (Sleepers, Wake)
• arr. Edward Krish: Siciliano (Sonata No. 2 for Flute and Harpsichord)
• arr. W. G. Whittaker: Pastorella No. 3
• arr. Dorothea Salmon: In dulci jubilo (In sweet rejoicing)
• arr. William H. Harris: Bist du bei mir (If thou art near)
• arr. Gerald M. Cooper: Christ lag in Todesbanden (Christ lay in death's bonds)
• arr. Leonard Borwick: Jesu, bleibet meine Freude (Jesu, joy of man's desiring)
• arr. Hubert J. Foss: Seht, was die Liebe tut (See what his love can do)
• arr. Leonard Borwick: Sarabande(Cello Suite No. 6 in D major)
• arr. Harriet Cohen: Ertodt' uns durch dein' Gute (Sanctify us by thy goodness)
• arr. W. G. Whittaker: Pastorella No. 4
• arr. Harriet Cohen: Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier (Beloved Jesu, we are here)
• arr. Norah Drewett de Kresz: Fugue (Organ Fugue No. 7 in G minor)
• arr. Herbert Murrill: Was Gott thut, das ist wohlegethan (God's deeds are always righteous)
• arr. Myra Hess: Adagio (Organ Toccata in C major, No. 1)
• arr. Dorothea Salmon: Wenn wir in hochsten Noten sein (When we are in greatest need)
• arr. Gerald M. Cooper: Es ist das Heil uns kommen her (Salvation now has come for all)