"Virtuoso Baroque," released in 2011 on OUR Recordings, is a captivating journey through the Baroque era, masterfully curated and performed by the renowned recorder virtuoso Michala Petri, accompanied by Lars Hannibal on the archlute. This album is a testament to the duo's extraordinary musicianship and their deep understanding of the Baroque repertoire.
The album features a diverse selection of works by some of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque period, including Tomaso Antonio Vitali, Georg Philipp Telemann, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Antonio Vivaldi. From the hauntingly beautiful "Chaconne in G Minor" by Vitali to the lively and intricate "Recorder Sonata in D Minor" by Telemann, each piece is performed with precision and passion, showcasing the unique timbres of the recorder and the archlute.
Michala Petri's technical prowess and expressive playing are on full display throughout the album, making it a standout in her extensive discography. The recordings, made in the OUR Recordings Studio in Kokkedal, Denmark, capture the rich detail and nuance of the performances, providing an immersive listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Virtuoso Baroque" offers a delightful and enriching exploration of Baroque chamber music.
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Tracks
Chaconne in G Minor (arr. for recorder and lute)Anonymous, Tomaso Antonio Vitali, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Essercizii musici: Recorder Sonata in D Minor, TWV 41:d4: I. AffettuosoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Essercizii musici: Recorder Sonata in D Minor, TWV 41:d4: II. PrestoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Essercizii musici: Recorder Sonata in D Minor, TWV 41:d4: III. GraveGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Essercizii musici: Recorder Sonata in D Minor, TWV 41:d4: IV. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Flute Sonata in C Major, BWV 1033: I. Andante - PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Flute Sonata in C Major, BWV 1033: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Flute Sonata in C Major, BWV 1033: III. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Flute Sonata in C Major, BWV 1033: IV. Menuet I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata No. 4 in A Major, Op. 13, RV 59, "Il pastor fido": I. Preludio: LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata No. 4 in A Major, Op. 13, RV 59, "Il pastor fido": II. Allegro ma non prestoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata No. 4 in A Major, Op. 13, RV 59, "Il pastor fido": III. PastoraleAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata No. 4 in A Major, Op. 13, RV 59, "Il pastor fido": IV. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Recorder Sonata, Op. 5, No. 12, "La Follia"Arcangelo Corelli, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Violin Sonata in G Minor, "The Devil's Trill" (arr. for recorder and lute): I. Larghetto affetuosoAnonymous, Giuseppe Tartini, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Violin Sonata in G Minor, "The Devil's Trill" (arr. for recorder and lute): II. AllegroAnonymous, Giuseppe Tartini, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Violin Sonata in G Minor, "The Devil's Trill" (arr. for recorder and lute): III. Grave - Allegro assaiAnonymous, Giuseppe Tartini, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Recorder Sonata in B-Flat Major, HWV 377: I. (Corrente)George Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Recorder Sonata in B-Flat Major, HWV 377: II. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Recorder Sonata in B-Flat Major, HWV 377: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal