Colors of Bach

Colors of Bach reimagines the depth of J.S. Bach’s works through fresh emotional perspectives for the modern listener. Intricate, layered, and, ultimately, playful, this album draws inspiration from the complex ingenuity that defines each of its selected masterpieces

“Bach is such a genius composer,” Eldbjørg reflects, “that there are endless ways to look at the shapes and forms that make up his pieces. Every melody Bach composed contains an intriguing duality of being highly technical, yet profoundly emotional; and, thus, there are endless possibilities for reinterpretation.” Colors of Bach is a tribute to his perennial musicality, one that invites the listener on a journey of playful exploration. Through a kaleidoscope of emotional imagery, with its vibrant swells and lyrical releases, each piece recaptures and recolors its original form. 

At its heart, the album exudes joy, hope, and, ultimately, playfulness. It features variations of key works, such as Ave Maria, the Brandenburg Concerto No. 1,andthe Goldberg Variations, as well as a faithful rendition of Bach’s Violin Concerto in E Major. These innovative arrangements shed light on the importance of encouraging listeners to redefine what Bach’s music means to them. “We wanted to create an opportunity for the audience to reconnect with such important pieces of history,” Eldbjørg notes. “And, perhaps, this time, discovering their own interpretation of it in the process.”