Goldberg variations (cd)

Gramophone Awards
2026 Shortlist
Piano

Presto Recording of the Week
6th February 2026

BBC Music Magazine
March 2026
Instrumental Choice

BBC Music Magazine
March 2026
Instrumental Choice

Yunchan Lim (piano)

Carnegie Hall has been sold out for months in anticipation of Yunchan Lim’s return to perform Bach’s Goldberg Variations. The whole world watched as a moment of musical history was made. 70 years earlier – and just a few blocks from Carnegie Hall – a 22-year old Canadian called Glenn Gould made a recording of the Goldbergs which was also destined for legendary status. Decca Classics is now proud to present the next chapter in the history of this timeless music and an extraordinary young artist.

"Lim’s voicing of parts throughout the work is outstanding, demonstrating a structural understanding which he communicates with unerring musicianship through his skilful control of dynamics, articulation and balance, brought together by an organic sense of phrasing which never fails to hold the attention...This is a treasurable new album from a pianist with much to say." - Matthew Ash, Presto Music, 6th February 2026