: His technique involved "finger tapping"—training the fingers to act as independent levers—which allowed him to play with extreme speed while maintaining perfect separation between notes.
: For a look at why Gould's Bach is still controversial yet beloved, Interlude’s Eccentric Brilliance analyzes his narrative approach and unconventional phrasing. Glenn Gould - Bach, Concerto No. 7 in G minor O...
: This concerto is Bach's own keyboard adaptation of his earlier Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 . Gould's recording makes a strong case for playing such transcriptions on the modern piano, as he believed the instrument's capacity for fluid phrasing better suited Bach's intricate polyphony than the harpsichord. Gould's recording makes a strong case for playing
Below are helpful resources and insights regarding this specific work and Gould's performance: Analysis and Performance Context Interpretation Highlights : Glenn Gould's recording of ,
: Gould recorded this piece on May 4, 1967 , with conductor Vladimir Golschmann and the Columbia Symphony Orchestra. Music critics often describe this specific G minor rendition as "robust" and "strongly etched," contrasting with the more delicate movements of Bach's other concertos. Interpretation Highlights :
Glenn Gould's recording of , is widely regarded as a definitive interpretation, known for his signature "crystalline articulation" and "wonderful rhythmic pulse".
