: While the lineup evolved over the decades, the classic "Play Bach" sound is defined by Loussier's precise piano work, Christian Garros on drums, and Pierre Michelot on double bass.
: Loussier’s approach was not to simply play jazz over Bach, but to use Bach’s complex counterpoint and structures as a foundation for jazz improvisation. He maintained the original melodies while adding a swinging rhythm section (traditionally with bass and drums). jacquesloussier.thebestofplaybach_0.zip
: Perhaps his most famous arrangement, turning the "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3 into a mellow, rhythmic masterpiece. : While the lineup evolved over the decades,
Jacques Loussier was a French pianist and composer famous for his "Play Bach" project, which revolutionized the classical world by rearranging the works of Johann Sebastian Bach into a jazz format. Key Aspects of the Album : Perhaps his most famous arrangement, turning the
: While the lineup evolved over the decades, the classic "Play Bach" sound is defined by Loussier's precise piano work, Christian Garros on drums, and Pierre Michelot on double bass.
: Loussier’s approach was not to simply play jazz over Bach, but to use Bach’s complex counterpoint and structures as a foundation for jazz improvisation. He maintained the original melodies while adding a swinging rhythm section (traditionally with bass and drums).
: Perhaps his most famous arrangement, turning the "Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3 into a mellow, rhythmic masterpiece.
Jacques Loussier was a French pianist and composer famous for his "Play Bach" project, which revolutionized the classical world by rearranging the works of Johann Sebastian Bach into a jazz format. Key Aspects of the Album