Album insights
In the past decade, the Polish pianist Rafal Blechacz, now 31, achieved a dream that most pianists aspire to but only a few can attain. He won the prestigious Chopin Competition in 2005, the most esteemed music award in the piano world. Blechacz's journey since then has been marked by numerous accolades for his remarkable recordings. Despite being recognized as one of the finest interpreters of Chopin's works, his connection with Bach holds a special place. Prior to dedicating himself to the piano, Blechacz spent years mastering Bach's primary instrument, the organ, gaining profound insights into Bach's music. His debut Bach recording now showcases a genuine interpretation of a unique selection of Bach's pieces, crafted solely to honor the composer.