Le Piano Par Le Disque Vol. 1 - Le Petit Livre d'Anna-Magdalena BACH (Extraits), Dix-huit Petits Préludes

Released by the French label Arion in 1983, this record was part of the 'Le Piano Par Le Disque' educational series. The project was conceived as an instructional tool to accompany the pedagogical approach of pianist and educator Michel Gal, designed to bridge the gap between classical sheet music study and the interpretive nuances of recorded performance for students of the piano.

The selection focuses on foundational works by Johann Sebastian Bach, including excerpts from the Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach and the Eighteen Little Preludes. Michel Gal’s performance sought to provide a clear, measured, and rhythmic benchmark for learners, adhering to a traditional academic aesthetic that was common in European musical education during the early 1980s. The recording was intended to serve as a supportive companion for young practitioners, emphasizing clarity and foundational technique over stylistic experimentation.