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Hear the music of J.S. Bach with new understanding! For music lovers, to professional musicians, Let Evan Shinners, (aka W.T.F. Bach) guide your mind through a contrapuntal journey. Subscribe at wtfbach.substack.com for the full experience. wtfbach.substack.com

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The Well-Tempered Clavier …what does it actually imply?

In this episode I seek (in 18 minutes) to demonstrate mathematically pure intervals, alongside ‘tempered’ intervals. The circle of fifths is in fact a spiral of fifths— it is infinite. We seek ... more

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A double canon from Bach’s Orgelbüchlein! A bit late, but Bach’s take on this Christmas tune is really wonderful. See how both melodies combine to make a double canon:

German mystic, Heinrcih Seuse, author of ‘In Dulci Jubilo’

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I had the great pleasure of speaking with Mr. Paul Jacobs. On the 250th anniversary of Bach’s death, July 28th, 2000, Jacobs played Bach’s complete organ works in one giant 18 hour concert— he was 23.

Our conversation spans how to memorize, scholar... more

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Update: Just got five promo codes to download Time Guru (the cool metronome app mentioned in the episode.) Send me a message or let me know down below you’re interested and I’ll share the codes! Happy Practicing

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Paul Jacobs
Head of the organ department at Juilliard and acclaimed organist
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Episode: Ep. 119: Special Guest! Paul Jacobs
Rosalyn Tureck
One of the renowned Bach pianists known for her eccentric interpretation of classical music.
Episode: Ep. 103: The 'Covid Etude' Moral + Tureck’s Hallucination (11 min.)
Ton Koopman
Prominent conductor and performer of Baroque music, founder of the Amsterdam Baroque Choir and Orchestra.
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Episode: 100th Episode! Special Guest: Ton Koopman

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Evan Shinners
Host guiding listeners through an exploration of J.S. Bach's music with a focus on educational insights and accessibility within classical music.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Fascinating and learning so much

    I came for the Mehldau, stayed for time of new great information. Really enjoyed the L/R separated parts to help me hear the different voices.

    I’m a guitar player. Any interesting guitar interpretations of Fugues or Bach in general?

    Thanks for the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    JahtahLion
    United States6 years ago
  • very fun!

    i like learning about music theory and i’ve learned very little about counterpoint and fugue until now!

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    emma merge dragons
    United States6 years ago

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Ep. 119: Special Guest! Paul Jacobs
Q: Do you believe the Art of Fugue was finished?
No, I think Bach left the work incomplete; he didn't have the time to complete it before he died.
Ep. 119: Special Guest! Paul Jacobs
Q: Can I mention some myths about you?
Paul confirms that he was indeed serious as a student, often practicing late into the night and that while he memorized much of Bach's work, he did not perform *all* from memory during the marathon.
Ep. 108: Bach's D Minor Prelude and Fugue, Book One
Q: What is your personal experience with Bach's music?
The host describes a transformative experience with The Well-Tempered Clavier, particularly its complexities discovered only after years of engagement.
Ep. 104: Bach (Almost) Spells His Name in a 5-Voice Triple Fugue
Q: Why would I or anyone be excited about a five-voice triple fugue?
The episode explores the significance of the five-voice triple fugue, detailing its complexities and how writers like Bach uniquely express themselves through this musical form.
100th Episode! Special Guest: Ton Koopman
Q: A favorite cantata and a favorite fugue?
On this moment, my favorite cantata is 'He is a Christian man and a God.' and for fugue, the G-minor.

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