Dive into the opulent world of Baroque music with the Brandenburg Consort's "Favourite Baroque Classics," a captivating collection released in 1992 under the Hyperion label. This exquisite album, conducted by the esteemed Roy Goodman, offers a rich tapestry of choral and orchestral masterpieces that span the Baroque era, all presented with the ensemble's signature precision and passion.
Recorded in March 1992 at the acoustically splendid All Saints' Church in East Finchley, London, this album boasts a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, packed with timeless compositions. The Brandenburg Consort, renowned for their exceptional performances, delivers a compelling journey through the works of Bach, Handel, Purcell, and other Baroque masters. From the serene beauty of Bach's "Orchestral Suite No. 3" to the regal grandeur of Handel's "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba," each track is a testament to the ensemble's virtuosity and dedication to historical authenticity.
The album features a diverse range of pieces, including concertos, suites, and arias, all performed with a keen attention to detail and a deep understanding of the Baroque style. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Favourite Baroque Classics" offers a delightful introduction to some of the most beloved works of the Baroque period. The Brandenburg Consort's impeccable playing and Goodman's insightful conducting make this album a standout in the world of classical music.
Te Deum in D Major, H. 146: I. PreludeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "On the G String"Johann Sebastian Bach, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Canon & Gigue in D Major, P. 37Johann Pachelbel, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Solomon, HWV 67, Act III: The Arrival of the Queen of ShebaGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Violin Concerto in B-Flat Major, HWV 288: AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto a due cori No. 2, HWV 333: V. Allegro ma non troppo – AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Water Music Suite No. 1, HWV 348: X. Allegro in F (Early Version of HWV 349/I)George Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Symphony No. 4 in F Major: III. GavotWilliam Boyce, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
The Tempest, Incidental Music: Curtain TuneMatthew Locke, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: RondeauHenry Purcell, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Abdelazar, Z. 570, Suite: II. Rondeau. HornpipeHenry Purcell, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
The Prince of Denmark's MarchJeremiah Clarke, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Trio Sonata in G Major: ModeratoDomenico Gallo, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 4 in D Major, Op. 6/4: IVa. Allegro - IVb. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Oboe Concerto in D Minor, Op. 9 No. 2: II. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto for Viola d'Amore and Lute in D Minor, RV 540: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Dardanus, RCT 35, Prologue: Menuet tendre en rondeauJean-Philippe Rameau, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Les Indes galantes, RCT 44: Rondeau "Air pour les sauvages"Jean-Philippe Rameau, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Rondeau for Violin, Bassoon & Strings in C MajorJohann Joseph Fux, Roy Goodman, Sally Jackson, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto grosso No. 12 in G Major: ChaconneGeorg Muffat, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Concerto for Recorder and Flute in E Minor, TWV 52:e1: III. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Lisa Beznosiuk, Rebecca Miles, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Trumpet Concerto in D Major, TWV 51:D7: I. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Roy Goodman, Stephen Keavy, Brandenburg Consort
Ich hatte viel Bekümmernis, BWV 21: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Katharina Arfken, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Easter Oratorio "Kommt, eilet und laufet", BWV 249: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort