Michael Schneider presents a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of French Baroque music with his album "French Recorder Music, Vol. 1." Released on March 5, 2010, under the Capriccio label, this chamber music collection showcases Schneider's virtuosity and the versatility of the recorder. The album spans a diverse range of compositions, including suites, preludes, and sonatas, all meticulously arranged for chamber ensemble.
The tracklist features works by renowned composers, with Schneider's interpretations bringing a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces. From the elegant "Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1" to the intricate "Recorder Sonata in D Minor," each track is a testament to the beauty and complexity of French Baroque music. The album also includes arrangements from "Pieces de clavecin" and "6 Suittes de clavessin," adding a unique dimension to the recorder's traditional repertoire.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "French Recorder Music, Vol. 1" offers a comprehensive exploration of the recorder's expressive capabilities. Schneider's mastery of the instrument shines through in every note, making this album a delightful experience for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
Prelude in D MajorJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: I. PreludeJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: II. Allemande La RoyalleJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: III. Rondeau Le Duc d' OrleansJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: IV. Sarabande La d' ArmagnacJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: V. Gavotte La MeudonJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: VI. Menuet Le Comte de Brione - 2e MenuetJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite in D Major, Op. 2, No. 1: VII. Gigue La FolichonJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling
Suite No. 5 in F Major: I. OuvertureCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: II. AllemandeCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: III. CouranteCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: IV. SarabandeCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: V. GavotteCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: VI. Menuet en rondeauCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 5 in F Major: VII. GigueCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Prelude in D Minor: I. RondementJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Prelude in D Minor: II. GayJacques Hotteterre, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Recorder Sonata in D Minor: I. LentementAnne Danican Philidor, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Recorder Sonata in D Minor: II. FugueAnne Danican Philidor, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Recorder Sonata in D Minor: III. CouranteAnne Danican Philidor, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Recorder Sonata in D Minor: IV. Les note egale et detachezAnne Danican Philidor, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Recorder Sonata in D Minor: V. FugueAnne Danican Philidor, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: I. OuvertureCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: II. AllemandeCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: III. CouranteCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: IV. SarabandeCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: V. GavotteCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: VI. Menuet serieuxCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Suite No. 3 in B Minor: VII. GigueCharles Dieupart, Sabine Bauer
Pieces de clavecin, Book 2: 10th Ordre in D Major-Minor: L'amazone (Arr. For chamber ensemble)François Couperin, Michael Schneider, Yasunori Imamura, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Pieces de clavecin, Book 2, 9th Ordre in A Major - Minor: Pieces de clavecin, Book 2: 9th Ordre in A Major-Minor: Menuet (Arr. For chamber ensemble)François Couperin, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
Pieces de clavecin, Book 3: 14th Ordre in D Major-Minor: La linote-efarouchee (Arr. For chamber ensemble)François Couperin, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: I. OuvertureCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: II. AllemandeCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: III. CouranteCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: IV. SarabandeCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: V. GavotteCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: VI. MenuetCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
6 Suittes de clavessin, Suite No. 1 in A Major: VII. GigueCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Rainer Zipperling, Sabine Bauer
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