JS Bach: The French Suites - Vinyl Edition - Accentus Music: ACC40404 - 2 Vinyl Records

Zhu sounds happiest in the three major key suites. The gigues charm, the rhythms delectably pointed. Just when you think things are sounding a little too comfortable, she'll deploy a sharp accent... — The Arts Desk, March 2018 More…

Release Date: 16th Feb 2018
Catalogue No: ACC40404
Label: Accentus Music

Bach, J S: French Suites Nos. 1-6, BWV812-817

Zhu Xiao-Mei (piano)

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It is with children in mind that I recorded these French Suites, always having heartfelt simplicity and purity in their mind. Children see the world with hope, optimism, and cast in light – much like Miró sees the world. I find a childlike purity in him, similar to what I hear in the French Suites. There is a quote by Miró that touches me enormously and makes me think a lot whenever I play, as it reflects something that may be the most difficult aspect of musical interpretation – and of art in general: 'To gain freedom is to gain simplicity' Zhu Xiao-Mei.

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March 2018

Zhu sounds happiest in the three major key suites. The gigues charm, the rhythms delectably pointed. Just when you think things are sounding a little too comfortable, she'll deploy a sharp accent or play with the dynamics. This is irresistible Bach keyboard playing, easily up there with the likes of Perahia and Hewitt. 80 minutes of sonic bliss, attractively presented. I also sampled Accentus’s vinyl edition, lavishly spread over two LPs. Surfaces are commendably quiet and there's a pleasing depth and richness to the piano sound.

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