Michala Petri, the renowned Danish recorder player, presents "Souvenir," a captivating collection of chamber music and classical pieces released on Sony Classical. This album showcases Petri's virtuosic talent and versatility, spanning a diverse range of compositions from Baroque to contemporary works.
The album opens with a series of sonatas by Georg Philipp Telemann and Antonio Vivaldi, performed with exquisite precision and expressive depth. Petri's interpretation of Johann Sebastian Bach's Partita for Solo Flute in A Minor, transposed to C Minor, is a standout, demonstrating her mastery of the instrument and her ability to breathe new life into classic works.
The centerpiece of the album is "Nele's Dances," a suite of original compositions by Danish composer Niels Møller. These pieces are a testament to Petri's collaborative spirit and her commitment to promoting new music. Each dance is distinct, yet they flow seamlessly together, creating a cohesive and engaging narrative.
The album concludes with a selection of pieces that highlight Petri's playful and inventive side, including an "Entr'acte" and an "Encore" dedicated to her. These final tracks leave the listener with a sense of joy and anticipation, eager for what Petri will bring next.
With a duration of just over an hour and ten minutes, "Souvenir" is a testament to Michala Petri's enduring appeal and her ability to connect with audiences through her music. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to her work, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Sonata for Treble Recorder and Basso continuo in D Minor, TWV 41: I. AffetuosoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Treble Recorder and Basso continuo in D Minor, TWV 41: II. PrestoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Treble Recorder and Basso continuo in D Minor, TWV 41: III. GraveGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Treble Recorder and Basso continuo in D Minor, TWV 41: IV. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Partita for Solo Flute in A Minor, BWV 1013 (Transp. to C Minor): I. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Partita for Solo Flute in A Minor, BWV 1013 (Transp. to C Minor): II. CorrenteJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Partita for Solo Flute in A Minor, BWV 1013 (Transp. to C Minor): III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Partita for Solo Flute in A Minor, BWV 1013 (Transp. to C Minor): IV. Bourée anglaiseJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: I Know you are Crossing the Borders SomewhereThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: And I know you are Remembering, you Distant BoyThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: And I'm still Feeling you in my ArmsThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: In Front of the Castle with no DoorsThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: Where the Living Dead are DancingThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: There I Dance my Dance on Black FeetThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: And Later on, in the Place that no one KnowsThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: I Give Birth to the Warm Fruit of our LoveThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: And the Wild Foals Leave the FoldsThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Nele's Dances: In a Symphony of Galloping HoovesThomas Koppel, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Introduction, Theme and Variations, Op. 32Ernest Krähmer, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Descant Recorder and Basso continuo in G Major, RV 59: I. Preludio - LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Descant Recorder and Basso continuo in G Major, RV 59: II. Allegro ma non prestoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Descant Recorder and Basso continuo in G Major, RV 59: III. PastoraleAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Sonata for Descant Recorder and Basso continuo in G Major, RV 59: IV. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
Entr'acteJacques Ibert, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
SouvenirLadislav Kupkovic, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
An Encore for MichalaGordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Lars Hannibal
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