"Italian Concert for Recorder" by London Baroque is a captivating journey through the Baroque era, showcasing the enchanting sounds of the recorder in a variety of sonatas and concertos. Released in 1990 under Claves Records, this album spans 52 minutes and features 26 tracks, each a testament to the virtuosity of Conrad Steinmann on the recorder and the exquisite playing of the London Baroque Orchestra. The collection includes works by renowned composers such as Francesco Mancini, Alessandro Scarlatti, Arcangelo Corelli, and Giovanni Colista, offering a rich tapestry of chamber music and classical compositions. The album begins with Mancini's Sonata Decima Quarta in G Minor, moving through a diverse range of moods and tempos, from the serene Largo to the lively Allegro. Steinmann's delicate touch and the orchestra's precise execution bring these historical pieces to life, providing both connoisseurs and casual listeners with a delightful exploration of Baroque music. The album is a celebration of the recorder's versatility and the timeless appeal of classical compositions, making it a valuable addition to any music enthusiast's collection.
(C) 1990 Claves Records
Tracks
Sonata decima quarta in G Minor: I. ComodoFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima quarta in G Minor: II. AllegroFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima quarta in G Minor: III. LarghettoFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima quarta in G Minor: IV. AllegroFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata nona in A Minor: I. AllegrettoAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata nona in A Minor: II. LargoAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata nona in A Minor: III. FugaAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata nona in A Minor: IV. PianoAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata nona in A Minor: V. AllegroAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata a tre WoO 8: I. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata a tre WoO 8: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata a tre WoO 8: III. GraveArcangelo Corelli, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata a tre WoO 8: IV. Vivace - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata vigesima prima in A Minor: I: AndanteAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata vigesima prima in A Minor: II. AllegroAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata vigesima prima in A Minor: III. VeloceAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata vigesima prima in A Minor: IV. LentoAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata vigesima prima in A Minor: V. AllegroAlessandro Scarlatti, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata No. 4 in D major: I. GraveLelio Colista, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata No. 4 in D major: II. AllegroLelio Colista, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata No. 4 in D major: III. AndanteLelio Colista, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata No. 4 in D major: IV. Allegro - AdagioLelio Colista, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima terza in G Minor: I. LargoFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima terza in G Minor: II. FugaFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima terza in G Minor: III. LargoFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
Sonata decima terza in G Minor: IV. SpiritosoFrancesco Mancini, London Baroque, Conrad Steinmann
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