Immerse yourself in the rich, historical sounds of the 17th century with Matthew Locke's "The Flat Consort." Released on January 14, 2022, under Signum Records, this album is a captivating collection of suites and duos for viols, showcasing the intricate compositions of Matthew Locke, a prominent English composer of the Baroque era.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, the album features five suites and two duos, each divided into distinct movements such as Fantazia, Courante, Saraband, and Jigg. The pieces are performed with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, bringing to life the elegant and expressive music of the past. The suites, ranging from the somber C Minor to the lively B-Flat Major, offer a diverse palette of emotions and rhythms, while the duos for two bass viols provide an intimate and contemplative experience.
Matthew Locke's "The Flat Consort" is not just a musical journey but a testament to the enduring beauty of early Baroque music. The album's detailed performances and thoughtful arrangements make it a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre. Dive into the world of Matthew Locke and discover the timeless elegance of his compositions.
Tracks
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: III. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: V. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 1 in C Minor: VI. JiggMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: II. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: III. CourantMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: IV. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: V. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in C: VI. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: II. CourantMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: III. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: V. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 2 in B-Flat Major: VI. JiggMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 3 in D Minor: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 3 in D Minor: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 3 in D Minor: III. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 3 in D Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: II. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: III. CourantMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: IV. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: V. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork
Duo for 2 Bass Viols in D: VI. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 4 in B-Flat Major: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 4 in B-Flat Major: II. GalliardMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 4 in B-Flat Major: III. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 4 in B-Flat Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 5 in A Minor: I. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 5 in A Minor: II. GalliardMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 5 in A Minor: III. FantaziaMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
The Flat Consort, Suite No. 5 in A Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Fretwork, David Miller, Silas Wollston
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