Bach’s unaccompanied suites are the greatest works written for the cello in the Baroque period, and the corner ones of the instrument’s modern repertory.  In this informal recital Sebastian Comberti introduces complete performances of Suites Nos 1 and 2, bwv 1007 and 1008, and contrasts them with un-accompanied Italian Baroque cello music. 

Sebastian Comberti is one of Britain’s leading cellists with an interest in historically informed performance, appearing with groups such as the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the Hanover Band.  He appeared at the 2003 Festival in a highly successful programme of trios by Beethoven and his contemporaries.