Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with Georg Philipp Telemann's "Telemann: Ouverture, Fantasias & Concerto." Released on January 20, 2007, under the Off the Record label, this classical gem spans a captivating hour and one minute of exquisite compositions. The album showcases Telemann's mastery, featuring a delightful array of pieces for recorder, strings, and basso continuo.
The centerpiece of the album is the "Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor," a multi-movement suite that includes lively dances such as Les Plaisirs, Menuets, Réjouissance, and Passepieds. Each movement is a testament to Telemann's ability to blend French and Italian musical influences seamlessly. The album also includes three Fantasias for recorder, each in a different key, offering a glimpse into Telemann's virtuosic writing for solo instruments. The "Concerto for Recorder, Viola da gamba, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor" rounds out the collection with its graceful and expressive movements.
Telemann, a prolific composer of the Baroque era, was known for his innovative and accessible compositions. This album is a perfect introduction to his work, showcasing his ability to create music that is both technically demanding and deeply expressive. The performances on this album are noted for their superb execution, bringing Telemann's music to life with clarity and passion. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Telemann: Ouverture, Fantasias & Concerto" is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: I. OuvertureGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: II. Les PlaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Capriccio Stravagante, Skip Sempé
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: III. Air à l'ItalienGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Capriccio Stravagante, Skip Sempé
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: IV. Menuets 1 & 2Georg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: V. RéjouissanceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: VI. Passepieds 1 & 2Georg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante
Ouverture for Recorder, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: VII. PolonaiseGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante
Fantasias in B Minor for recorderGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin
Fantasias in E Minor for recorderGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin
Fantasias in A Major for recorderGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin
Concerto for Recorder, Viola da gamba, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: I. GraveGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Capriccio Stravagante, Skip Sempé, Josh Cheatham
Concerto for Recorder, Viola da gamba, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: II. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante, Josh Cheatham
Concerto for Recorder, Viola da gamba, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: III. DolceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Capriccio Stravagante, Josh Cheatham, Skip Sempé
Concerto for Recorder, Viola da gamba, Strings & Basso continuo in A Minor: IV. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Julien Martin, Skip Sempé, Capriccio Stravagante, Josh Cheatham