Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with Michel de La Barre's "Pièces pour la flute traversière." This captivating album, released on January 1, 1991, under the naïve classique label, showcases the exquisite talent of Michel de La Barre, a renowned French composer and flutist of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The album is a collection of suites and a sonata, originally composed for the transverse flute, offering a delightful blend of elegance, technical prowess, and musical innovation.
The album is divided into two main sections, featuring works from "Suite II du premier livre" in G Major and "Suite V du premier livre" in D Minor, along with a sonata from "Suite IX du deuxième livre." Each suite is a journey through various dance movements, including preludes, allemandes, gigues, sarabandes, rondeaux, and gavottes, each named after a person or character, adding a touch of personal charm to the music. The sonata, "L'Inconnu," rounds off the album with a sense of mystery and intrigue.
With a total duration of 43 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of de La Barre's contributions to the flute repertoire. The pieces are characterized by their melodic beauty, rhythmic vitality, and harmonic richness, reflecting the spirit of the Baroque era. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding listening experience that highlights the timeless appeal of de La Barre's music.
Tracks
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: I. PreludeMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: II. Allemande. La SignoraMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: III. Gigue. La CadetteMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: IV. Sarabande. L'AinéeMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: V. Allemande. Le LandaisMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: VI. Rondeau. Le NinonMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: VII. Gavotte. La Therese - DoubleMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: VIII. Rondeau. L'étourdiMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite II du premier livre in G Major: IX. Gigue. L'EcossaiseMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: I. PreludeMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: II. Allemande. La MarianeMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: III. Rondeau. L'affligéMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: IV. Allemande. La VillequiereMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: V. Gavotte. La bagatelleMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite V du premier livre in D Minor: VI. Rondeau. Le ProvençalMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Hopkinson Smith
Suite IX du deuxième livre: Sonate. L'Inconnu in G MajorMichel de La Barre, Stephen Preston, Jordi Savall, Blandine Verlet, Hopkinson Smith
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