Christophe Rousset: Bach The Complete Toccatas

This recently issued album by acclaimed French harpsichordist Christophe Rousset includes seven toccatas written by J.S. Bach early in his career when he was at the Court of Weimar. This is an exceptionally clean recording of these works on a crisp, incisive instrument (anonymous ca. 1750 held in a private collection) making for a most rewarding listen. What the reviewers say: Gramophone Magazine: ‘There are occasions when Rousset’s refinement and balance are especially telling, even beyond compare….His contribution to the argument of what these pieces constitute is unquestionable…” and AllMusic Review: “…certainly nothing less than a typically masterly outing from Rousset.” [Aparté/Little Tribeca – Les Talens Lyriques 2024)