J S Bach’s suites and concertos have long been part of concert repertoires. It is, however, interesting to imagine their first executions, which were very different from what we see on present day stages. Apart from at the courts, there were no permanent orchestras in Bach’s time and age. Café Zimmermann has brilliantly recreated the spirit of these orchestras, allowing each musician (chosen among the best on the European baroque scene) to express himself.

The penultimate opus in this outstanding series, this is the first time we hear Café Zimmermann in such a large formation. This in no way harms the characteristic energy of the ensemble and we discover a Bach more alive than ever.