Kirk was asking about Bach piano recordings in the Hanssler series.  I
have the Koroliov Goldbergs and another disc of him performing a few Bach
keyboard works.  Both recordings are very good, although not at the top
level.  His Goldberg Variations is highly expressive and on the slow side;
it's an excellent version but does not reach the level of Gould 1982 or
either Tureck version (Philips/DG).

Edward Aldwell recorded the French Suites for Hannsler.  It's a good set
but not as fine as the harpsichord sets from Moroney, Jarrett, and Hogwood.

I am currently reviewing Robert Levin's WTC Book II set, also from
Hanssler.  It's an interesting program as Levin uses a fortepiano, organ,
clavichord, single-manual harpsichord, and double-manual harpsichord.  Not
only is the instrument used not predictable, but Levin's interpretations
are never predictable either.

Don Satz
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