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In this playlist, I try to balance the original Baroque Bach, and Bach as recomposed over the centuries. My intention is to include recordings by Bach specialists such as Glenn Gould or Andrew Manze, as well as explore the different ramifications of Bach’s music, specifically in the electronic realm.

The selected tracks are all close to my heart. I love the pure sound of the lute (and this particular interpretation by Konrad Junghänel) just as much as the ambient, layered organ samples by Sutekh. In a way they are very complementary. Yet they only begin to explore the possibilities, and potential, of Bach’s scores.

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Francesco Tristano’s album Bach JS: Partitas BWV 825-830 has been nominated for the first Quarterly Critic’s Choice in 2025, as part of the prestigious Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik (German Record Critics’ Award). This nomination highlights the album’s exceptional quality and the artist’s distinctive contribution to the classical music landscape. The nomination is a significant recognition within the industry, and the up to 32 winners will be announced on February 14.

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Francesco Tristano has been honored with a nomination for the Lëtzebuerger Musekspräisser 2024 in the category Op der Bün – Klassische Musik, which recognizes excellence in live classical music performances. Organized by Luxembourg’s Ministry of Culture, these awards celebrate exceptional contributions across seven categories, from amateur music to jazz, blues, and innovative work behind the scenes. A distinguished jury will select the winners, with the awards ceremony set to take place on December 19 at the Philharmonie Luxembourg. This recognition reaffirms Tristano’s influential presence in both the national and international music scene, highlighting his commitment to blending classical mastery with contemporary creativity.

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