I’ve been thinking of sharing my Bach WTC again.
I’ve completed Book II on my YouTube channel and am now working on Book I. These recordings feature a variety of instruments—organ, clavichord, harpsichord, historical fortepiano, and modern piano tuned to historical temperaments.

This time, I chose a modern piano. It’s a Steingraeber, which I’ve come to like after using it for another piece, fitted with thin felt.

YAMAHA CLP-875
Pianoteq 8.4.1
Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
Recording 3 modified with celeste pedal felt thickness 0.10
Werckmeister III

prelude
https://youtu.be/zedCaS12KjE

fuga
https://youtu.be/vfFTauAZOw4

I’m just an amateur pianist with no formal musical education beyond basic piano lessons in my childhood. Until I restarted the piano about five years ago, after a very long break, I had never played Bach’s WTC.

But I simply love Bach’s music. And this is the result of my attempt to create the performance I long to hear, even if it’s limited by my technical skills.

So, please Bach police officer—go easy on me.

Dear Triton,

For a simple amateur, your Bach performances are truly excellent! I know the difficulty of these pieces; I played them myself several months ago. Your fugue is excellent, you played it brilliantly and lightly, truly fantastic. You're doing an extraordinary job with Bach; it's a real pleasure to listen to you. Keep up the good work!
Greetings from Italy
Carmelo

Thank you so much for your very kind and encouraging comment.
 And I’m sorry again for my slow reply.

I think I may have been feeling a bit too nervous, but your words really encouraged me.
 Thank you as always for your thoughtful and insightful comments.

I feel that my playing is being understood through your words, and at the same time, I deeply relate to how broad your musical interests are. I still remember how you played G. Shoenberg. You also play Buxtehude, Sibelius, Bartók, old ragtime, and even your own compositions. Oh, Egyptian! Etc.
I hope to play many different kinds of music myself too.

I’ve been thinking of sharing my Bach WTC again.
I’ve completed Book II on my YouTube channel and am now working on Book I. These recordings feature a variety of instruments—organ, clavichord, harpsichord, historical fortepiano, and modern piano tuned to historical temperaments.

This time, I chose a modern piano. It’s a Steingraeber, which I’ve come to like after using it for another piece, fitted with thin felt.

YAMAHA CLP-875
Pianoteq 8.4.1
Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
Recording 3 modified with celeste pedal felt thickness 0.10
Werckmeister III

prelude
https://youtu.be/zedCaS12KjE

fuga

https://youtu.be/vfFTauAZOw4

I’m just an amateur pianist with no formal musical education beyond basic piano lessons in my childhood. Until I restarted the piano about five years ago, after a very long break, I had never played Bach’s WTC.

But I simply love Bach’s music. And this is the result of my attempt to create the performance I long to hear, even if it’s limited by my technical skills.

So, please Bach police officer—go easy on me.

Prelude

Elegant. Beautiful. Well done Triton!
Listening after a long day as a caregiver I was a bit moved, but also got a smile on my face. Thank you Triton.

Fuga

This Fugue is amazing! And I think it is hard to play. Well done again Triton. And I like your playing style - not too fast, good! Thank you Triton. Waitng for next one..

And - these performances are not limited by any technical skills at all. I said I was moved, and got a smile, and it was you Triton playing. You can feel satisfied. Keep going !

Best wishes,

Stig

This time, I chose a modern piano. It’s a Steingraeber, which I’ve come to like after using it for another piece, fitted with thin felt.

YAMAHA CLP-875
Pianoteq 8.4.1
Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
Recording 3 modified with celeste pedal felt thickness 0.10
Werckmeister III

prelude
https://youtu.be/zedCaS12KjE

fuga
https://youtu.be/vfFTauAZOw4

I’m just an amateur pianist with no formal musical education beyond basic piano lessons in my childhood. Until I restarted the piano about five years ago, after a very long break, I had never played Bach’s WTC.

But I simply love Bach’s music. And this is the result of my attempt to create the performance I long to hear, even if it’s limited by my technical skills.

So, please Bach police officer—go easy on me.