Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Antonio Soler's keyboard sonatas with the release of "Soler: Complete Keyboard Sonatas, Vol. 4." This exquisite collection, released on January 1, 2011, under the Brilliant Classics label, offers a comprehensive journey through the composer's Op. 4 and Op. 8 sonatas. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 26 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts.
Antonio Soler, a Spanish composer and organist of the Baroque era, showcases his mastery of the keyboard with these sonatas. The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the delicate Andantino con moto of Sonata No. 11 in C Major to the lively Allegro pastoril of Sonata No. 2 in D Major. Each sonata is meticulously crafted, offering a blend of grace, expressiveness, and technical brilliance.
The album is divided into six sonatas, each with multiple movements that explore various moods and tempos. The sonatas in Op. 4 are particularly notable for their intricate Menuetto sections, while those in Op. 8 offer a delightful mix of Allegretto, Menuetto, and Rondo movements. The final sonata in G Major, Op. 8, concludes the album with a pastoral Rondo and a spirited Allegro, leaving the listener with a sense of fulfillment.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music aficionado or a curious newcomer, "Soler: Complete Keyboard Sonatas, Vol. 4" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience. Dive into the timeless beauty of Soler's compositions and discover the depth and diversity of his keyboard sonatas.
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Tracks
Sonata No. 11 in C Major, Op. 4, R. 91: I. Andantino con motoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 11 in C Major, Op. 4, R. 91: II. Allegro di moltoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 11 in C Major, Op. 4, R. 91: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 11 in C Major, Op. 4, R. 91: IV. Allegro pastorilAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 4, R. 92: I. Andante con motoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 4, R. 92: II. Presto assaiAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 4, R. 92: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 4, R. 92: IV. Allegro pastorilAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in F Major, Op. 4, R. 93: I. Andante amabile expressivoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in F Major, Op. 4, R. 93: II. Allegro ma non prestoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in F Major, Op. 4, R. 93: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in F Major, Op. 4, R. 93: IV. Allegro moltoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, Op. 4, R. 94: I. Andante gracioso e con motoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, Op. 4, R. 94: II. Allegro ma non troppoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, Op. 4, R. 94: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 4 in G Major, Op. 4, R. 94: IV. AllegroAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, Op. 4, R. 95: I. Andante gracioso con motoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, Op. 4, R. 95: II. Allegro espressivo non prestoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, Op. 4, R. 95: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 5 in A Major, Op. 4, R. 95: IV. Allegro pastorilAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4, R. 96: I. Andante graciosoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4, R. 96: II. Allegro cantabileAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4, R. 96: III. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4, R. 96: IV. Pastoral: Allegro non moltoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Op. 8, R. 97: I. AllegrettoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Op. 8, R. 97: II. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Op. 8, R. 97: III. Rondo: Andantino con motoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Op. 8, R. 97: IV. AllegroAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 8, R. 98: I. AllegrettoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 8, R. 98: II. Menuet I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 8, R. 98: III. RondoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 8, R. 98: IV. AllegroAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 8, R. 99: I. AndantinoAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 8, R. 99: II. Menuetto I & IIAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 8, R. 99: III. Rondo pastoralAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder
Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 8, R. 99: IV. AllegroAntonio Soler, Pieter-Jan Belder