Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Baroque music with Maurice Allard's "Barockmusik," a captivating album released in 1962 under the BNF Collection label. This 55-minute journey through the elegance and intricacy of the Baroque era showcases Allard's mastery of wind and string instruments, offering a unique perspective on some of the most beloved concertos of the period.
The album opens with Antonio Vivaldi's Bassoon Concerto in E Minor, RV 484, where Allard's virtuosic playing brings a fresh intensity to the lively Allegro movements and a tender sensitivity to the Andante. He then transitions to Vivaldi's Mandolin Concerto in G Major, demonstrating an impressive command of the instrument's bright, percussive tones.
The album continues with Vivaldi's Oboe Concerto in D Minor, performed here in C Minor, highlighting Allard's ability to convey both the melancholy and the fiery passion of the piece. The Flute Concerto in G Major, QV 5:174, by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, offers a more introspective exploration, with Allard's nuanced phrasing and expressive dynamics.
Finally, Allard turns to Vivaldi's Concerto for Viola d'amore and Lute in D Minor, RV 540, a piece that allows him to showcase his versatility and depth as a musician. Throughout the album, Allard's playing is marked by a deep understanding of the Baroque style, a keen sense of historical context, and a commitment to bringing these timeless works to life with freshness and vitality. "Barockmusik" is a testament to Allard's artistry and a delight for any lover of classical music.
Tracks
Bassoon Concerto in E Minor, RV 484: I. Allegro pocoAntonio Vivaldi, Maurice Allard, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Bassoon Concerto in E Minor, RV 484: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Maurice Allard, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Bassoon Concerto in E Minor, RV 484: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Maurice Allard, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Mandolin Concerto in G Major: I. AllegroJohann Adolf Hasse, Jacob Thomas, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Mandolin Concerto in G Major: II. LargoJohann Adolf Hasse, Jacob Thomas, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Mandolin Concerto in G Major: III. AllegroJohann Adolf Hasse, Jacob Thomas, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: I. Andante e spiccato - Performed in C MinorAlessandro Marcello, Pierre Pierlot, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: II. Adagio - Performed in C MinorAlessandro Marcello, Pierre Pierlot, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Oboe Concerto in D Minor: III. Presto - Performed in C MinorAlessandro Marcello, Pierre Pierlot, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Flute Concerto in G Major, QV 5:174: I. AllegroJohann Joachim Quantz, Roger Bourdin, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Flute Concerto in G Major, QV 5:174: II. Arioso, e mestoJohann Joachim Quantz, Roger Bourdin, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Flute Concerto in G Major, QV 5:174: III. PrestoJohann Joachim Quantz, Roger Bourdin, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Concerto for Viola d'amore and Lute in D Minor, RV 540: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Günter Lemmen, Franz Probst, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Concerto for Viola d'amore and Lute in D Minor, RV 540: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Günter Lemmen, Franz Probst, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
Concerto for Viola d'amore and Lute in D Minor, RV 540: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Günter Lemmen, Franz Probst, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks, Karl Ristenpart
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