Discover the captivating world of Jean-Marie Leclair, a renowned French Baroque composer and violinist, with this exquisite collection of violin sonatas. Released on Naxos in 2009, this album presents four of Leclair's Op. 1 sonatas, Nos. 5 through 8, each a masterclass in Baroque elegance and technical prowess. The sonatas are performed with precision and passion, showcasing Leclair's innovative use of form and his deep understanding of the violin's expressive capabilities. The album spans a total of 54 minutes, offering a rich and immersive journey through the composer's early works. From the lively Allegro of the Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1, No. 5, to the graceful Affettuoso of the Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6, each track is a testament to Leclair's enduring influence on the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to Baroque music, this album is a delightful exploration of Leclair's timeless compositions.
Tracks
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1, No. 5: I. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1, No. 5: II. Sarabanda. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1, No. 5: III. Giga. PrestoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: II. VivaceJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: III. Aria. AffettuosoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1, No. 7: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1, No. 7: II. Allemanda. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1, No. 7: III. Aria. GraziosoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in F Major, Op. 1, No. 7: IV. Giga. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 1, No. 8: I. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 1, No. 8: II. VivaceJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 1, No. 8: III. Musette: AffettuosoJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 1, No. 8: IV. Tempo Gavotta. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Adrian Butterfield, Alison McGillivray, Laurence Cummings
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