Music
My musical journey and favourites
Favourite Bach Pieces
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988
A masterpiece of keyboard music, originally written for harpsichord. The aria and its 30 variations showcase Bach's genius in counterpoint and musical architecture.
Cello Suite No. 1, BWV 1007
The Prelude is one of the most recognizable pieces in classical music. The entire suite demonstrates the cello's expressive capabilities.
Well-Tempered Clavier
Two books of preludes and fugues in all 24 major and minor keys. A fundamental work for any keyboard player.
Renaissance Composers
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
The master of Renaissance polyphony. His sacred music represents the pinnacle of the Roman School.
Josquin des Prez
One of the most influential composers of the Renaissance. His motets and masses are still performed worldwide.
William Byrd
The father of English music. His keyboard works and sacred music are cornerstones of the repertoire.
Books I've Enjoyed
Gödel, Escher, Bach
An exploration of patterns, symmetry, and self-reference through mathematics, art, and music.
The Rest Is Noise
A comprehensive history of 20th-century classical music, beautifully written and accessible.
Content I Enjoy
Early Music Sources
YouTube channel dedicated to historically informed performances of Renaissance and Baroque music.
Adam Neely
Music theory and bass content that bridges classical knowledge with contemporary music.