Fasch: Concerto A8 In D Major FWV L:D1; Concerto In C Minor FWV L:C2; Orchestral Suite In G Minor FWV K:G2; Concerto In B Flat Major FWV L:B1; Concerto In D major FWV L:D14

Immerse yourself in the rich, baroque world of Johann Friedrich Fasch with this captivating album, released on Deutsche Grammophon in 1996. Fasch, a German composer and violinist, is often overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries, but this collection of concertos and orchestral suites showcases his remarkable talent and unique voice.

The album opens with the Trumpet Concerto in D Major, a lively and virtuosic piece that highlights the brilliance of the baroque trumpet. The Concerto in C Minor follows, offering a stark contrast with its dramatic and intense passages. Fasch's Orchestral Suite in G Minor is a standout, featuring a variety of movements from the graceful and elegant to the lively and rhythmic. The suite includes a beautiful Largo aria and a playful Jardiniers, showcasing the composer's versatility.

The album also includes two more concertos: the Concerto in B Flat Major, with its soaring melodies and intricate counterpoint, and the Concerto in D Major, a spirited and uplifting piece that brings the album to a close. Throughout, Fasch's music is characterized by its melodic inventiveness, harmonic richness, and rhythmic vitality.

This album is a treasure trove for fans of baroque music, offering a chance to discover the work of a composer who deserves to be better known. With a running time of just under an hour, it's a perfect introduction to Fasch's music, and a testament to the enduring power of the baroque concerto.