Flöten-Sonaten ∙ Flute Sonatas ∙ Sonates Pour Flûte (BWV 1033-1035) ∙ Partita (BWV 1013), Vol. 2

This recording was released as part of the esteemed Archiv Produktion label's catalogue, which focused on historically informed interpretations of Western classical music. Released in the 1970s, the album features Swiss flutist Aurèle Nicolet accompanied by organist and harpsichordist Karl Richter and gambist Johannes Fink. The collection includes Bach’s sonatas for flute and continuo, alongside the unaccompanied Partita in A minor, works that represent a pinnacle of the Baroque flute repertoire.

The production reflects the high standards of Deutsche Grammophon's Archiv imprint, known for its rigorous attention to acoustic clarity and period-appropriate performance styles. Aurèle Nicolet, a student of Marcel Moyse, brought a refined, lyrical approach to these recordings, complemented by Karl Richter’s authoritative command of the continuo. The release was well received by critics for its balance of technical precision and expressive warmth, remaining a respected reference recording for those exploring Bach’s woodwind compositions.