Two-part Inventions transcribed for Violin and Viola BWV 772-786 Partita No. 2 in D minor for Solo Violin BWV 1004 Three-part Inventions transcribed for Violin, Viola and Cello BWV 787-801

Fresh from a triumphant concerto recording featuring Mendelssohn and Bruch, the pillars of the Romantic violin repertoire, Janine Jansen reverts to the roots of violin playing, and the music of Bach. She brings a characteristically fresh approach to popular repertoire, with a unique survey of the musical voices of Bach. For this recording, the blend of violin & viola, and violin, viola & cello gives the music a completely new resonance.

The recording opens with 15 Two-Part Inventions BWV 772-788, transcribed for violin and viola. Janine is joined by Maxim Rysanov, one of today’s best and most charismatic violists.

The central work on the CD is a solo performance of Partita No. 2 in D minor. This grand solo Partita contains five movements: four traditional dances concluded by the monumental Chaconne.

The recording concludes with 15 Three-Part Inventions BWV 787-801, transcribed for violin, viola and cello. Cellist Torleif Thedeén, one of the most highly regarded Scandinavian musicians adds the third voice.