Glenn Gould - Bach Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 [12 - 19]

Pianist: Glenn Gould (1932 - 1982)
Photos: All rights reserved to Life magazine

The majority of the photos were taken during the recording sessions for Gould's 1955 debut recording of the Goldbergs.

While I realize the "Gouldbergs" are in abundant supply here on YouTube, I felt I would give a rendition of my own. I wanted to do something in tribute of Glenn, and I couldn't come up with a better idea than the Goldbergs. I hope they capture as many new listeners as old, and perhaps make fans for Bach and Gould alike.

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[chopper84a]

you sir, are very odd

[Antonio Martínez Palao]

"For years I thought the Goldberg Variations were something Mr. and Mrs. Goldberg tried on their wedding night." Woody Allen

[Marco Cappello]

Good

[midiabonito]

Thank you very much.

[1kfuchigami0]

good

[Marc Leclair]

Only his parents have probably heard them. ;)

Gorgeous indeed!

[Marc Leclair]

I hope you're kidding!

[Marc Leclair]

A sudden heart attack sadly. He was frail as a child. Nonetheless, he's accomplished so much in his short life! What an inspiration!

[Marc Leclair]

And if you play Bach by Gould backwards with a turntable, you can hear subliminal messages like, "Eat your brocoli". I swear!

[Marc Leclair]

Indeed! I agree, disliking this piece is incomprehensible in my mind as well. This said, we can't expect everyone to understand and appreciate Bach by Gould. Give people a chance, let the music grow on them, and let's just be grateful for it.

I wake up to Bach each morning that's given to me, it sets the pace for the day.

[ReaIly]

Check variation 13. Its telling a story.

[burf69]

My head just exploded.