The 157 music CDs are sorted by colors and musical themes:
_ Orchestral works (CD1-CD9)
_ Chamber Music (CD10-CD23)
_ Works for keyboard (CD24-CD46)
_ Cantatas (CD47-CD76)
_ Cantatas (CD77-CD106)
_ Vocal works (CD107-CD140)
_ Organ Works (CD141-CD157)
It also includes two DVDs and a DVD-ROM.
The DVDs are filmed concert recordings at King's College chapel in Cambridge.
DVD 1 contains "Matthaus Passion - Bwv244" (165 min) and the DVD contains 2 "Johannes -Passion BwV245" (115 min).
The DVD-ROM is in English, it includes: biography, catalog, songs, texts ...
There are, however, a French translation of 388 pages PDF understand that introductory notes, sung text, a biography and a glossary.
The recording quality CDs is "in my opinion" very good. I have nothing to reproach. It is a real pleasure for the ears.
This set is a very nice discovery. Lover of classical music, I take pleasure in discovering the work of Bach as a whole.
But I have two complaints a score of 4:
I think the packaging is of poor quality! The box is made of cardboard and enough low end, we must avoid over-handle it, because it abyss very quickly, especially in the slice. Likewise for the cardboard sleeves, slim plastic boxes were preferable.
Finally all entries are in English (covers, case, DVD-Rom ...)
This box is a nice gift or for connoisseurs or those who want to discover Bach in its entirety. Do not hesitate !!!
Good listening!
