"Sound Stories" is a captivating journey through five centuries of music, masterfully performed by the dynamic duo of Margret Koell on harp and Stefan Temmingh on recorder. This exquisite chamber music album, set for release on October 18, 2024, under the Accent label, showcases the versatility and depth of these two remarkable instruments.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, each meticulously arranged for recorder and harp by Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh, and Gerhard Leohnhardt. From the hauntingly beautiful "Nele's Dance" to the iconic "Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor" by Johann Sebastian Bach, and the enchanting "Oblivión" by Astor Piazzolla, "Sound Stories" offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences.
Margret Koell and Stefan Temmingh's collaboration is a testament to their exceptional artistry and musical synergy. With nearly a dozen different flutes and three different harps at their disposal, they breathe new life into these timeless pieces, inviting listeners to explore the intricate interplay between the recorder and harp.
The album's 18 tracks, spanning a total of 61 minutes, are a delightful blend of classical and chamber music, each track telling its own unique story. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Sound Stories" promises an enchanting and memorable listening experience.
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Tracks
I. I know you’re crossing the borders somewhereThomas Koppel, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Nele's Dance: II. And I know you’re remembering, you distant boy (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Thomas Koppel, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Nele's Dance: III. And I’m still feeling you in my arms (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Thomas Koppel, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Nele's Dance: IV. There I dance my dance on black feet (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Thomas Koppel, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Nele's Dance: V. In a symphony of galloping hooves (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Thomas Koppel, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Onse Vader in HemelryckJacob van Eyck, Stefan Temmingh
Vater unser im Himmelreich, IGB 24 (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Georg Böhm, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
splendor stellarum.Klaus Lang, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: I. Allemanda (Arr. in A Minor for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: II. Corrente (Arr. in A Minor for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: III. Sarabanda (Arr. in A Minor for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: IV. Giga (Arr. in A Minor for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Johann Sebastian Bach, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Keyboard Sonata in D Minor, K. 32: Aria (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Domenico Scarlatti, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Keyboard Sonata in D Minor, K. 1: Allegro (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Domenico Scarlatti, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh, Gustav Leonhardt
Oblivión (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Astor Piazzolla, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Orfeo ed Euridice: Balletto (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh
Gestern Abend war Vetter Mikkel da (Arr. for Recorder & Harp by M. Koell, S. Temmingh & G. Leohnhardt)Carl Scheindienst, Margret Koell, Stefan Temmingh