Michala Petri, the renowned Danish recorder virtuoso, presents a captivating journey through the Baroque era with her album "Michala Petri Plays Bach & Telemann." Released on Sony Classical in 2018, this chamber music collection showcases Petri's exceptional artistry and her deep connection with the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of works, including Bach's iconic Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor and Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, as well as Telemann's Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings, and Basso continuo in A Minor. Petri's performance is complemented by the Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings, and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044, adding a rich tapestry of sound and emotion.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 10 minutes, the album offers a comprehensive exploration of these masterpieces, highlighting Petri's technical prowess and her ability to convey the depth and nuance of each composition. Her collaboration with other esteemed musicians elevates the performances, creating a harmonious blend of recorder, strings, and continuo.
Michala Petri's interpretation of these timeless works is both reverent and innovative, offering a fresh perspective on familiar pieces while staying true to their Baroque roots. The album is a testament to Petri's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated recorder players of our time, and it serves as a delightful addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
(P) 2018 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: I. OvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I - Bourrée IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: V. Polonaise - DoubleJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuettJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: I. OvertureGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: II. Les PlaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: III. Air à l'ItalienGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: IV. MenuetGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: V. La réjouissanceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: VI. Passepied I - Passepied IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: VII. PolonaiseGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: II. Adagio ma non tanto e dolceJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: III. Alla breveJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
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