Eleonore Buehler-Kestler - J.S. Bach: Toccaten BWV 913 - 916

This recording by the eminent harpsichordist Eleonore B�hler-Kestler is one of two to feature the Toccatas of J.S. Bach. The other album covers BWV 910-912 (as well as the Fantasia and Fugue in A minor), whilst this one is devoted to the four Toccatas, BWV 913-916.

After a break from performing of some 17 years following the tragic death of her husband, the highly regarded harpsichordist Eleanor B�hler-Kestler returned to the studio to release a set of recordings of the works of J.S. Bach. Especially in her later years, B�hler-Kestler has worked tirelessly on her Bach, loving its complexity and the music's inner warmth, which has acted as a strong source of support throughout her life. Today she lives in Bayreuth, where until 2009 she was a lecturer in music at the university. As a young composer, Bach demonstrated in his Toccatas for solo keyboard unusual ideas and a playful exuberance, which particularly appeals to Eleanor B�hler-Kestler.

Germany's most significant contemporary artist Gerhard Richter also loves the music of Bach and Eleanor B�hler-Kestler's approach to performing his works. As a result of this Richter has provided the cover images for her Bach recordings.

Personnel: Eleonore B�hler-Kestler (harpsichord)