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# Christopher O’Riley: The Well-Tempered Clavier

Discover J.S. Bach's masterpiece

[Vienna Live with Simeon Morrow](https://simeonmorrow.com/vienna-live/author/vienna-live-with-simeon-morrow)

 Oct 15, 2025

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![Pianist Christopher O’Riley joins Vienna Live to present his forthcoming album of J.S. Bach’s masterpiece, The Well-Tempered Clavier.](https://simeonmorrow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Heading.jpg?width=680&height=383&name=Heading.jpg)

> Pianist Christopher O’Riley, who was first known as a brash young talent, later the radio host for NPR’s *From the Top*, and then the author of Radiohead piano transcriptions<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1hGxHSDkTw&list=PLx9VqXc7N7GZh3mGdyNrBsTFllNbyuqiM>, has reincarnated himself as a Bach guru. - Classical Voice

LOS ANGELES: Christopher O’Riley’s *The Well-Tempered Clavier* delves into the subtle intricacies of Bach’s famous masterwork, revealing the composer’s nuanced craftsmanship through an exploration of the spaces between notes. Inspired by Bach’s profound lyricism and informed by historical insights, O’Riley’s interpretation transcends conventional keyboard traditions.

Embracing the expressive potential of articulation and texture, he illuminates counterpoint with dynamic contrast, unveiling hidden dialogues within Bach’s compositions. Through meticulous attention to intonation and rhythmic flexibility, O’Riley uncovers layers of meaning, echoing the Japanese concept of “Ma” — the significance of space and silence. This album invites listeners to immerse themselves in Bach’s universe, where every pause resonates with depth and possibility.

Let’s discover *The Well-Tempered Clavier*!

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