The Yellow-Lighted Bookshop

Bach’s 6 Suites for solo cello are among the most cherished of all the works in the classical music literature. Shrouded in mystery – they were largely unknown for some two hundred years after their composition – they have acquired a magical aura which continues to attract and fascinate audiences the world over. To cellists they represent a musical bible, to listeners, scarcely less. Through what are on the surface simple Dance Suites, Bach takes us on a spiritual journey like no other, leading us from joy to tragedy, concluding in jubilation, even triumph. Award-winning international cellist Steven Isserlis, whose recent recording of the Suites met with the highest critical acclaim, goes deep into that emotional journey, bringing to bear all his many years’ experience of performing the Suites.