As a professional classical guitarist, I can tell you that to play Bach on the guitar is a tremendous but worthwhile challenge. After hearing this recording, I am convinced that Galbraith presents THE definitive interpretation of Bach's Sonatas and Partitas, not only for guitarists, but for all performers and/or admires of these great works of art. As for the person who rated this recording with only 3 stars, I would suggest repeated in-depth listenings of these two CD's and a thorough study of these pieces. Not only is Galbraith's playing beyond technique and interpretation, but he creates a seemingly effortless musicality which is unfortunately not characteristic of most performances of the Sonatas and Partitas.