Bach - 2-disc set Disc 1 ① Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV1007 ② Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV1008 ③ Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV1009 Disc 2 ④ Cello Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major, BWV1010 ⑤ Cello Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV1011 ⑥ Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV1012 Pablo Casals (Cello) Recorded 1936-1939 Casals, aged 59-62. This recording is from over 80 years ago, but the sound quality does not hinder listening. To not listen simply because it's an old recording would be a great loss. Casals himself unearthed this masterpiece and brought it back to the world. His performance is robust and strong, with unparalleled inclusiveness, depth of kindness and love, and a balance of emotion and reason. There is no more fitting recording to be called an eternal masterpiece. Selected as an immortal masterpiece, it was also ranked No. 1 in the 2017 "500 Masterpieces" list. Casals: "The (Cello) Suites were considered academic works. Just technique, mechanical and without warmth. Think about it! Who could say that those pieces, overflowing with expansion and poetry, shining without a single cloud, are cold? Those works are the essence of Bach himself, and Bach is the essence of music itself." (Excerpt from "Pablo Casals: Song of the Birds" by J.L. Webber) It's a performance as solid and powerful as looking at an ancient tree over a thousand years old. Although it was recorded over 80 years ago, you will be moved by the strength of the sound emanating from a single cello and the unwavering presence. You'll feel, "Indeed, it deserves to be called a masterpiece," and you'll taste the deep flavor of fine sake in Pablo Casals' cello and the flow of Bach's music. It is lively and dynamic, with a natural elegance and dignity, a truly wonderful and immortal masterpiece. Early domestic pressing, no obi. 10 Disc surface of disc 1 has slight scratches in the silent parts, but no playback issues. *Bulk purchase discount available (comment in advance)* Purchase one more item in addition to this 2-disc set → 150 yen off Purchase two more items in addition to this 2-disc set → 300 yen off 10 or more items purchased together → 150 yen off all items