Jacques Loussier - Play Bach Nº1
Review by Robert Maas
Jacques Loussier's album Play Bach Nº1 is a masterpiece of jazz interpretation of classical music. The album features Loussier on piano, with Pierre Michelot on bass and Christian Garros on drums. The trio's unique style combines elements of jazz improvisation with the classical compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach.
The album opens with a lively rendition of Bach's "Prelude No. 1 in C Major," featuring Loussier's virtuosic piano playing and the tight rhythm section of Michelot and Garros. The trio's interpretation of Bach's "Fugue No. 5 in D Major" is a standout track, with Loussier's intricate piano lines weaving in and out of the bass and drums.
Throughout the album, Loussier's arrangements pay homage to Bach's original compositions while adding his own unique touches. The trio's performance of "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor" is a stunning example of this, with Loussier's piano taking on the role of the church organ and the rhythm section adding a modern jazz groove to the piece.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Prelude No. 1 In C Major | 5:23 | |
| Toccata And Fugue, For Organ In D Minor | 8:53 | |
| Prelude No. 2 In C Minor | 4:18 | |
| Fugue No. 5 In D Major | 1:49 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 5 In D Major | 1:49 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 2 In C Minor | 4:18 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 5 In D Majo | 1:51 | |
| Toccata And Fugue In D Minor | 8:53 | |
| Prelude No. 5 In D Major | 1:51 | |
| Fugue No. 2 In C Mino | 2:45 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 1 In C Major | 5:23 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 8 In E Flat Minor | 4:53 | |
| Prelude No. 8 In E Flat Minor | 4:53 | |
| Prelude And Fugue, For Keyboard No. 2 In C Mino | 2:45 | |
| Fugue No. 1 In C Major | 5:00 |
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Catalog Numbers
- SSL40.500
- 157 561-2
- UCCU-5069
Labels
DeccaListen online
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- ouvir online
- lyssna på nätet
- ascolta in linea
- écouter en ligne
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- online anhören
Formats
- CD
- Album
- Reissue
- Remastered
- Digipak
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Universal Music S.A. France |
| Copyright (c) | Universal Music S.A. France |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Arranged By | Jacques Loussier |
| Composed By | Johann Sebastian Bach |
| Double Bass | Pierre Michelot |
| Drums | Christian Garros |
| Percussion | Christian Garros |
| Piano | Jacques Loussier |
| Remastered By | Jean-Marie Guérin |
| Transferred By | Jean-Marie Guérin |
Notes
- Recorded in 1959.
- Photography: A Gardé.
- Reissue of Play Bach Nº1 DECCA SSL 40.500 (Stéréo)
- Digital 20-bit transfer and remastering by Jean-Marie Guérin, Universal Music Studios, France.
- Graphic adaptation for compact disc : CB Graphic
- Reissue coordinated by Daniel Richard and Dominique Bernard.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 6 01215 75612 8
- Mastering SID Code (variant 1): IFPI LZ87
- Mastering SID Code (variant 2): IFPI LV26
- Matrix / Runout: [4x Universal logo] 06012 157 561-2 04 # 51019832
- Mould SID Code (variant 1): IFPI 0148
- Mould SID Code (variant 2): IFPI 0119
- Other (outer mould ring variant 1): MADE IN GERMANY BY EDC C
- Other (outer mould ring variant 2): MADE IN GERMANY BY EDC C
- Label Code: LC 00386
- Rights Society: SACEM SDRM SACD SCAM
- Barcode: 4988005330925
About Jacques Loussier
Name Vars
- I. Loussier
- J. Louissier
- J. Loussier
- Jacques Lossier
- Jaques Loussier
- Louissier
- Loussier
- M. Loussier
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Summary by Robert Maas
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