Celebrate Michala Petri's 50th birthday with this extraordinary concert album, featuring the renowned recorder virtuoso and the esteemed Kremerata Baltica chamber orchestra. Released on April 28, 2009, under the OUR Recordings label, this album is a captivating journey through a diverse range of classical and chamber music compositions.
The album showcases Petri's exceptional skill and versatility, with performances of works by Tomaso Albinoni, Chen Yi, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nino Rota, Alexander Vassiliev, and Antonio Vivaldi. The tracklist includes beloved pieces such as Albinoni's Recorder Concerto in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2, and Vivaldi's Recorder Concerto in C Major, RV 443, as well as contemporary compositions like Chen Yi's evocative "The Ancient Chinese Beauty" and Vassiliev's "Valere lubere (to say goodbye)." The album also features a delightful rendition of "Variations on Happy Birthday," blending classical styles with playful polka, waltz, tango, and csardas rhythms.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album offers a rich and engaging listening experience, highlighting the dynamic interplay between Petri's recorder and the Kremerata Baltica's exquisite string arrangements. Whether you're a longtime fan of Michala Petri or a newcomer to her work, this album is a testament to her enduring artistry and the timeless beauty of classical music.
