Christoph Graupner's exquisite collection of concertos and overtures is a true masterpiece of Baroque music. Released on 19 October 2018 by Accent, this album showcases the composer's incredible talent for crafting beautiful and intricate orchestral pieces. The 21 tracks, spanning 1 hour and 13 minutes, feature a range of instruments, including flutes, oboes, and trumpets, each one expertly woven into the fabric of the music.
Under the skilled direction of Rien Voskuilen, who also performs on harpsichord, the musical group L'Arpa Festante brings Graupner's compositions to life with precision and passion. The album includes two concertos for oboes and trumpets, as well as two overtures for transverse flute in the French style, all of which are likely to have been written in the early 1730s.
Graupner's music is characterised by its gentle, serenade-like quality, with the soft tones of the chalumeau, a precursor to the modern clarinet, inspiring some of the most beautiful moments on the album. With its elegant and refined sound, this collection of concertos and overtures is a must-listen for fans of classical music. Christoph Graupner's legacy as a composer of orchestral instrumental music is finally being fully explored, and this album is a testament to his enduring talent and artistry.
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Tracks
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: I. OvertureChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: II. RondeauChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: III. RigaudonChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: IV. MenuetChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: V. SarabandeChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: VI. GavotteChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: VII. Le contentementChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Flutes in E Minor, GWV 322: VIII. Gigue en echoChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Oboes in B-Flat Major, GWV 342: I. VivaceChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Oboes in B-Flat Major, GWV 342: II. LargoChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Oboes in B-Flat Major, GWV 342: III. AllegroChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: I. OvertureChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: II. PlaisanterieChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: III. Menuets I & IIChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: IV. RejouissanceChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: V. SarabandeChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: VI. Gavotte - VII. RondeauChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Orchestral Suite in G Minor, GWV 470: VIII. GigueChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Trumpets in D Major, GWV 318: I. AllegroChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Trumpets in D Major, GWV 318: II. —Christoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
Concerto for 2 Trumpets in D Major, GWV 318: III. AllegroChristoph Graupner, L'arpa Festante, Rien Voskuilen
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