Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Jean-Marie Leclair, a prominent French Baroque composer, with the album "Leclair: Le tombeau." Released on January 1, 2004, under the Outhere label, this captivating collection showcases some of the most exquisite passages in Baroque violin repertoire, masterfully performed by Patrick Cöhen-Akenine and Les Folies Françoises.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, featuring a harmonious blend of Italian sensuality and French grace. It includes a selection of Leclair's most renowned works, such as the "Ouverture pour deux violons et basse continue in A Major, Op. 13 No. 3," the "Sonate in A Minor, Op. 5 No. 7," and the "Concerto pour violon in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 6." Each piece is a testament to Leclair's exceptional skill in combining Italianate lyricism with French dance idioms, creating a rich and diverse musical experience.
This recording is a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast, offering a profound exploration of the sonata for violin and basso continuo, a popular instrumental genre in early eighteenth-century Europe. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the world of Baroque music, "Leclair: Le tombeau" promises an engaging and delightful journey through the timeless compositions of Jean-Marie Leclair.
2013 Outhere Music France2004 Alpha
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Ouverture pour deux violons et basse continue in A Major, Op. 13 No. 3: I. GraveJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Ouverture pour deux violons et basse continue in A Major, Op. 13 No. 3: II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Ouverture pour deux violons et basse continue in A Major, Op. 13 No. 3: III. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Ouverture pour deux violons et basse continue in A Major, Op. 13 No. 3: IV. Allegro assaiJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in A Minor, Op. 5 No. 7 (Troisième livre de sonates): I. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in A Minor, Op. 5 No. 7 (Troisième livre de sonates): II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in A Minor, Op. 5 No. 7 (Troisième livre de sonates): III. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in A Minor, Op. 5 No. 7 (Troisième livre de sonates): IV. Tempo di gavottaJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in C Minor, Op. 5 No. 6 "Le tombeau" (Troisième livre de sonates): I. GraveJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in C Minor, Op. 5 No. 6 "Le tombeau" (Troisième livre de sonates): II. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in C Minor, Op. 5 No. 6 "Le tombeau" (Troisième livre de sonates): III. Gavotta gracioso (Andante)Jean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in C Minor, Op. 5 No. 6 "Le tombeau" (Troisième livre de sonates): IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in B-Flat Major, Op. 5 No. 4 (Troisième livre de sonates): I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in B-Flat Major, Op. 5 No. 4 (Troisième livre de sonates): II. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in B-Flat Major, Op. 5 No. 4 (Troisième livre de sonates): III. Sarabanda (Largo)Jean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Sonate in B-Flat Major, Op. 5 No. 4 (Troisième livre de sonates): IV. ChaconnaJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Concerto pour violon in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 6: I. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Concerto pour violon in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 6: II. Aria gratioso (Andante)Jean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises
Concerto pour violon in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 6: III. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Patrick Cohën-Akenine, Les Folies Françoises