Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with "Marais at Midnight," a captivating collection of works by the renowned French composer Marin Marais. Released on May 21, 2021, this album is a testament to Marais' mastery of the viola da gamba, offering a selection of exquisite pieces from his "Pièces de viole" suites.
Performed beautifully by Laura Jeppesen and Catherine Liddell, this album features a blend of preludes, sarabandes, rondeaus, and other dance-inspired movements that showcase the expressive range of the viola da gamba. The accompaniment by theorbo adds depth and richness to the performances, creating a immersive and intimate atmosphere.
"Marais at Midnight" spans a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, providing a comprehensive journey through Marais' compositions. The album is released under Centaur Records, Inc., and is available as a single-disc CD. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful introduction to the elegant and refined world of Marin Marais' music.
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Tracks
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 1 in A Minor (Excerpts): XVI. Prélude en harpègementMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 1 in A Minor: XI. PreludeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 1 in A Minor (Excerpts): I. Prelude le SoligniMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 1 in A Minor (Excerpts): II. Allemande la facileMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 1 in A Minor (Excerpts): III. SarabandeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 1 in A Minor (Excerpts): XV. Rondeau moitié pincéMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 4, Suite d'un goût etranger: No. 27, La rêveuseMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): I. PréludeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): III. Allemande - IV. DoubleMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): V. SarabandeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): VII. Courante VIII. DoubleMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): X. Gavotte en rondeauMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 8 in C Major (Excerpts): XIII. Saillie du caféMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 5, Suite No. 6 in G Major: IX. Rondeau le TrailleurMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 4, Suite No. 6 in E Minor (Excerpts): X. La matelotteMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 2, Suite No. 6 in E Minor: VI. Sarabande a l'españolMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 4, Suite No. 6 in E Minor (Excerpts): XI. La BiscayenneMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 4, Suite No. 5 in A Major: VII. Le basqueMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 2, Suite No. 3 in D Major (Excerpts): I. PreludeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 2, Suite No. 3 in D Major (Excerpts): IV. Allemande - V. DoubleMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 4 in D Minor (Excerpts): V. SarabandeMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 4 in D Minor (Excerpts): XVI. PlainteMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 2, Suite No. 3 in D Major (Excerpts): XVII. RondeauMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 2, Suite No. 3 in D Major (Excerpts): No. 22, Les voix humainesMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 4, Suite No. 2 in D Major: VII. Rondeau le gracieuxMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 4 in D Minor (Excerpts): VI. La foletteMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
Pièces de viole, Book 3, Suite No. 4 in D Minor (Excerpts): XVII. ChaconneMarin Marais, Laura Jeppesen, Catherine Liddell
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