Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with "Abel: The Drexel Manuscript," a captivating album featuring the exquisite compositions of Carl Friedrich Abel. This stunning collection, released on June 24, 2016, under the Accent label, showcases 29 intricate pieces for the viola da gamba, each meticulously performed by the talented Petr Wagner.
Carl Friedrich Abel, a contemporary of Johann Christian Bach, was renowned for his mastery of the viola da gamba, an instrument that he helped popularize in the 18th century. Despite his fame during his lifetime, Abel's music has often been overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries. This album offers a rare opportunity to rediscover the beauty and complexity of Abel's compositions, which are brought to life with remarkable skill and sensitivity by Petr Wagner.
"The Drexel Manuscript" spans a diverse range of moods and styles, from lively allegros and spirited minuets to contemplative adagios and intricate fugues. Each piece is a testament to Abel's compositional genius and his deep understanding of the viola da gamba's expressive capabilities. The album's duration of just over an hour and seventeen minutes makes it an ideal choice for both casual listening and in-depth exploration.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Abel: The Drexel Manuscript" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album's high-quality production and Wagner's impeccable performance ensure that every nuance of Abel's music is captured and conveyed with clarity and precision. Dive into the timeless elegance of Baroque music with this exceptional album, and discover the enduring appeal of Carl Friedrich Abel's compositions.
Tracks
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 186Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Adagio, WKO 187Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 188Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Adagio, WKO 189Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Vivace, WKO 190Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Andante, WKO 191Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 192Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 193Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Cadenza ICarl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Prelude, WKO 194Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 195Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Fuga, WKO 196Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Adagio, WKO 197Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 198Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 199Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Cadenza IICarl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 200Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 201Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Minuet en rondeau, WKO 202Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Minuet con variazioni, WKO 203 & 204Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Cadenza IIICarl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Prelude, WKO 205Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Minuet, WKO 206Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 207Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegro, WKO 208Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Adagio, WKO 209Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Tempo di minuet, WKO 210Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Allegretto, WKO 211Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
27 Pieces for Viola da gamba: Rondo, WKO 212Carl Friedrich Abel, Petr Wagner
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