Dive into the elegant world of Baroque chamber music with Carl Friedrich Abel's "Abel: 6 Sonatas for Viola da Gamba & Bass," a captivating collection of sonatas that showcase the composer's mastery of the viola da gamba. Released on July 29, 2022, this album features six sonatas, each a testament to Abel's compositional skill and his deep understanding of the viola da gamba's expressive capabilities.
The album opens with the lively "Vivace" from Sonata No. 1 in C Major, setting the tone for the diverse range of moods and tempos that follow. Each sonata is a journey in itself, with movements that alternate between spirited allegros, introspective adagios, and graceful minuets. The sonatas are complemented by additional pieces, including a vivace in D Major and a minuet for viola da gamba, adding depth and variety to the collection.
Performers Marco Casonato and Massimo Marchese bring these works to life with their exquisite musicianship, capturing the essence of each piece with precision and sensitivity. The album's duration of 59 minutes makes it an ideal choice for both casual listening and in-depth exploration of Abel's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album is released by Brilliant Classics, a label known for its high-quality recordings and commitment to preserving and promoting classical music.
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Tracks
Sonata No. 1 in C Major, WKO 141: I. VivaceCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 1 in C Major, WKO 141: II. AdagioCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 1 in C Major, WKO 141: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 2 in A Major, WKO 142: I. AllegroCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 2 in A Major, WKO 142: II. SicilianoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 2 in A Major, WKO 142: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Vivace in D Major, WKO 190Carl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Piece in D Major, WKO 193 - Minuet for Viola da GambaCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 3 in D Major, WKO 143: I. AllegroCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 3 in D Major, WKO 143: II. AdagioCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 3 in D Major, WKO 143: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, WKO 144: I. AllegroCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, WKO 144: II. AdagioCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, WKO 144: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Piece in D Minor, WKO 206 - (Minuet) for Viola da GambaCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, WKO 145: I. AllegroCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, WKO 145: II. AndanteCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, WKO 145: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 6 in E Minor, WKO 146: I. ModeratoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 6 in E Minor, WKO 146: II. AdagioCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Sonata No. 6 in E Minor, WKO 146: III. MinuettoCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Untitled Piece (Pembroke Manuscript) [in diesen heilig'n Hallen] for Viola da GambaCarl Friedrich Abel, Marco Casonato, Massimo Marchese
Carl Friedrich Abel, born in 1723, was a German composer and virtuoso viola da gamba player who left an indelible mark on the musical landscape of the pre-Classical era. Hailing from a family of musicians, Abel's journey took him from the courts of Dresden to the vibrant musical scene of London, where he became a chamber musician to Queen Charlotte and co-founded the renowned Bach-Abel concerts with Johann Christian Bach. Abel's compositions, numbering over 420, are a testament to his prowess in chamber music, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas, seamlessly bridging the Baroque and Classical styles. His legacy as one of the last great gambists and a pioneer in embracing new musical trends makes Carl Friedrich Abel a figure of enduring fascination for classical music enthusiasts.
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