Baroque Banter: Episode 30 Goldberg Variations and the harpsichord

Baroque Banter: Episode 30 Goldberg Variations and the harpsichord

Author: Pinchgut Opera February 3, 2025 Duration: 31:17
What makes the harpsichord so captivating? Join Australia’s finest harpsichordist and Pinchgut Opera Artistic Director, Erin Helyard, as he sits down with master harpsichord maker Carey Beebe for a deep dive into the artistry and allure of this remarkable instrument. Together, they explore the brilliance of Bach’s Goldberg Variations and why it was meant to be played on a two-manual harpsichord. Ahead of his solo concert on 1 & 2 March 2025 at City Recital Hall, Sydney, Erin shares insights into bringing this iconic masterpiece to life as Bach intended. Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 Variatio 14 a 2 clav. Erin Helyard 2018 Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 Aria - Erin Helyard 2018 J. S. BACH: Goldberg Variations - Aira Wanda Landowska, harpsichord Victor 78rpm Album DM 1022 (11-8933 - 11-8938) Recorded in New York, June, 1945 Digital transfer by F. Reeder Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0Creative Commons License by ncsa Complete recording of Wanda's Goldberg Variations available at: https://archive.org/details/J.S.BACHGoldbergVariations-NEWTRANSFER

Behind every great performance is a story waiting to be told. Baroque Banter, from the team at Pinchgut Opera, pulls back the velvet curtain on the world of Baroque music, offering a backstage pass to the people and ideas that bring these centuries-old works to vibrant life. This isn't just a series of recordings; it's a conversation. You'll hear from the exceptional artists and fearless creative teams, including insights from the acclaimed Orchestra of the Antipodes and its ARIA Award-winning Artistic Director, Erin Helyard. Each episode delves into the process of taking masterpieces from the Baroque era and making them feel immediate, vivid, and thrilling. Whether the discussion centers on a dazzling opera production or the intricacies of an intimate concert, the goal is to explore how this music resonates today. Tune in to discover the craft, the historical context, and the sheer passion that defines a Pinchgut production. This podcast provides a deeper appreciation for the wonder of Baroque music, designed to enrich the experience for seasoned lovers and curious newcomers alike. Let the banter begin.
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Baroque Banter: Episode 11 -The Economics of Opera [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:59
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Baroque Banter: Episode 09 -Pre-performance podcast: Vespers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Baroque Banter: Episode 08 - The Music Scene [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Baroque Banter: Episode 07 - The Love Duet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:30
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Duration: 1:04:51
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