Harold Purcell's "Concertos, Sonatas & Suites For Trumpet & Organ" is a captivating journey through the baroque and classical periods, showcasing the artist's virtuosity and versatility. Released in 1995 under the Imp. label, this album spans 58 minutes of exquisite performances, featuring a diverse range of compositions that highlight the trumpet and organ duo.
The album opens with the grand "Te Deum, motet for 8 Voices, Chorus & Orchestra, H. 146" by Gustave, setting a majestic tone for the rest of the collection. Harold Purcell then takes center stage with a series of sonatas, including the intricate "Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267" and the lively "Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets." Each movement is meticulously crafted, demonstrating Purcell's technical prowess and expressive depth.
The album also features enchanting concertos, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Concerto for Flute, Strings & Continuo in G Minor 'La Notte', Op. 10" and the dynamic "Concerto for Trumpet & Organ in D Major." These pieces, along with the lively "The Water Music: 'Suite in D'," offer a rich tapestry of sounds that will delight classical music enthusiasts.
Purcell's renditions are not just technically impressive but also emotionally resonant, making this album a standout in his discography. Whether you're a longtime fan of Harold Purcell or a newcomer to his work, "Concertos, Sonatas & Suites For Trumpet & Organ" promises a rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Te Deum, motet for 8 Voices, Chorus & Orchestra, H. 146Harold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267: I. VivaceHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267: II. LargoHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267: III. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267: IV. AdagioHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Sonata for Viola da gamba, Violone & Continuo in D Major, BWV. 267: V. MinuetHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets: I. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets: II. LentoHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets: III. Presto non troppoHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets: IV. AdagioHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Sonata in C major for 2 Trumpets: V. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Suite for Trumpet & Organ: "Presto" - "Jesu Joy of Man's Desire" - "Bouree"Harold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Continuo in G Minor "La Notte", Op. 10: I. VivaceHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Continuo in G Minor "La Notte", Op. 10: II. LargoHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Concerto for Flute, Strings & Continuo in G Minor "La Notte", Op. 10: III. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Concerto for Trumpet & Organ in D Major: I. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Concerto for Trumpet & Organ in D Major: II. AndanteHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Concerto for Trumpet & Organ in D Major: III. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Concerto à cinque for Oboe, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello & Continuo No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 9: I. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
Concerto à cinque for Oboe, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello & Continuo No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 9: II. AdagioHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
Concerto à cinque for Oboe, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello & Continuo No. 11 in B-Flat Major, Op. 9: III. AllegroHarold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Gerald Ruddock, Leslie Pearson
The Water Music: "Suite in D"Harold Purcell, Gustave Charpentier, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Ritratto Romanino, Tomaso Albinoni, George Frideric Handel, Graham Ashton, Leslie Pearson, Gerald Ruddock
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