Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Jean-Marie Leclair, a renowned French Baroque composer, with his complete collection of sonatas for two violins. Released on March 4, 2014, under the Sono Luminus label, this album spans a generous duration of 2 hours and 4 minutes, offering a comprehensive exploration of Leclair's virtuosity and compositional prowess.
Leclair's sonatas, published in two sets in 1730 and 1747, have long been cherished by violinists for their technical brilliance and artistic depth. This album presents all twelve sonatas, each a masterpiece in its own right, showcasing Leclair's innovative use of counterpoint, harmony, and rhythm. The sonatas are divided into distinct movements, each marked by its unique tempo and character, ranging from the lively "Allegro" to the graceful "Sarabanda" and the delicate "Andante."
The album features a variety of keys and moods, from the majestic G Major to the introspective E Minor, providing a rich tapestry of musical expression. Notable tracks include the spirited "Allegro assai" from the Sonata in F Major, Op. 3, No. 4, and the elegant "Gavotte" from the Sonata in E Minor, Op. 3, No. 5. Each piece is a testament to Leclair's ability to blend technical complexity with emotional resonance, creating a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a newcomer eager to explore the genre, Jean-Marie Leclair's "The Complete Sonatas for 2 Violins" offers an unparalleled journey into the heart of 18th-century musical artistry. This album is not just a collection of compositions but a celebration of Leclair's enduring legacy, inviting you to discover the timeless beauty of his music.
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Tracks
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Major, Op. 3, No. 1: I. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Adam LaMotte, Greg Ewer
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Major, Op. 3, No. 1: II. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Adam LaMotte, Greg Ewer
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Major, Op. 3, No. 1: III. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Adam LaMotte, Greg Ewer
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 3, No. 2: I. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 3, No. 2: II. Sarabanda. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 3, No. 2: III. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in C Major, Op. 3, No. 3: I. Adagio VivaceJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in C Major, Op. 3, No. 3: II. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in C Major, Op. 3, No. 3: III. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in F Major, Op. 3, No. 4: I. Allegro assaiJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in F Major, Op. 3, No. 4: II. Aria. Andante graziosoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in F Major, Op. 3, No. 4: III. Gigue. Allegro moderatoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3, No. 5: I. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3, No. 5: II. Gavotte. Andante graziosoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Minor, Op. 3, No. 5: III. PrestoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 3, No. 6: I. AndanteJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 3, No. 6: II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 3, No. 6: III. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 3, No. 6: IV. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B Minor, Op. 12, No. 1: I. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B Minor, Op. 12, No. 1: II. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B Minor, Op. 12, No. 1: III. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Major, Op. 12, No. 2: I. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Major, Op. 12, No. 2: II. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Major, Op. 12, No. 2: III. Minuetto. Non tropo allegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in E Major, Op. 12, No. 2: IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 12, No. 3: I. Un poco andanteJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 12, No. 3: II. Un poco andanteJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 12, No. 3: III. Sarabanda. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in D Major, Op. 12, No. 3: IV. Giga. PrestissimoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 12, No. 4: I. AndanteJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 12, No. 4: II. Allegro moderatoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 12, No. 4: III. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in A Major, Op. 12, No. 4: IV. VivaceJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Minor, Op. 12, No. 5: I. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Minor, Op. 12, No. 5: II. Aria Grtioso. Andante - Un poco più allegro - Più andanteJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in G Minor, Op. 12, No. 5: III. Allegro assaiJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B-Flat Major, Op. 12, No. 6: I. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B-Flat Major, Op. 12, No. 6: II. Allego moderatoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B-Flat Major, Op. 12, No. 6: III. Andante. DolceJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
Sonata for 2 Violins in B-Flat Major, Op. 12, No. 6: IV. Allegro non prestoJean-Marie Leclair, Greg Ewer, Adam LaMotte
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