In Another Guise: Recycling and Borrowing in J. S. Bach’s Works

By Dr. Uwe Wolf, Chief Editor of Carus Verlag It may seem surprising that Johann Sebastian Bach’s oratorios and masses are based to a large extent on parody, and that they were originally composed to a quite different text. This does not, however, diminish the fascination which they exert. Of course, when the timpani notes... Continue Reading →

New Complete 23-Volume Bach Vocal Edition from Carus Verlag

Bach vocal reaches its finale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5ApgTB76Ag Carus sets new standards in Bach editions During the Reformation Jubilee Year, Carus-Verlag Stuttgart in co-operation with the Bach-Archiv Leipzig have completed their ambitious editorial project “Bach vocal” – the Stuttgart Bach Edition now contains Johann Sebastian Bach’s complete sacred vocal oeuvre. From now on, the choral and orchestral... Continue Reading →

Ukulele – “The Jumping Flea”

By Brendan Lai-Tong There is something about playing the ukulele that is innately fun and rewarding. If you didn't already know, the sweet sound of this four stringed instrument has been around since the 1800s and originated in Hawaii. It is said that Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii brought an instrument with them known... Continue Reading →

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