Biographies, Classical Composers, Johann Sebastian Bach

The book's premise succeeds wonderfully, the scholarship is impeccable, and the clarity and friendly tone welcome every sort of reader. Ergo, the book is recommended warmly for all music collections — ChoiceMore…

A work reflecting impeccable scholarship, deep understanding of performance issues, and obvious reverence for the music. This volume will long be consulted by anyone taking the plunge into the... — ChoiceMore…

Every reader will have his or her own favorite essays in this exemplary collection...[It] makes a major contribution to l8th-century studies as well as music. -- J. P. Ambrose — ChoiceMore…

This book is, as with the earlier volumes in this series, immaculately produced and presented, and at once become an indispensable part of any serious musician's library — OrganMore…

I find Heber's deeply human portrayal of Bach to be the most significant gift this book offers. Readers will come to understand Bach more fully as a real person, as he navigated the day-to-day... — BACH: Journal of the Riemenschneider Bach InstituteMore…

Addressing the inquisitive listener, the intrepid performer and the dedicated researcher, Edward Klorman has a rich story to unpack…It's a pity that the recent perspectives of historically-informed... — BBC Music MagazineMore…