Thanks so much. Honestly, I've had to overcome much self-doubt about the validity of using sample instruments for serious classical repertoire. Sadly, the greatest opposition has come from colleagues in the professional music field who have said that I wouldn't be taken seriously playing virtual instruments. Well, I suppose I've finally grown to be comfortable enough in my own skin at nearly 40 to no longer care what the naysayers might argue. I've never been in this game for the prestige. This project is a personal one and if people enjoy it, great! I'm offering it for free so everyone independent of income level can listen to the music and engage with my thought process via the PDF booklets, website and blog. Heck, if it inspires others to do likewise that's wonderful. I agree with you -- more people should use virtual instruments for this sort of thing.
My circumstances mean access to a beautiful physical harpsichord, clavichord or acoustic space is a no-go and frankly there is nothing more wonderful than pouring my morning coffee and deciding to record some music at the drop of a hat even with a dog barking in the backgound! In all other regards, I'm applying the same approach I would to any acoustic recording in addition to being dedicated to striving for whole take / zero-edit performances.