Sharon Bezaly, the renowned flutist, presents a captivating collection of Baroque and Brazilian-inspired chamber music with her album "Synergy," released on September 2, 2022, under the BIS label. This album, spanning a concise yet impactful 67 minutes, showcases Bezaly's virtuosic prowess and versatility, offering a journey through a diverse range of compositions.
The album opens with Telemann's Concerto for Recorder & Flute in E Minor, a piece that highlights Bezaly's ability to seamlessly transition between instruments. The Tarentelle, Op. 6, follows, demonstrating her technical agility and expressive depth. Bezaly's interpretation of the Flute Concerto in D Minor, arranged by Adorján, is a standout, with her playing characterized by its clarity and emotional resonance.
The album also features selections from Bach's Orchestral Suites, arranged by Mahler, where Bezaly's nuanced phrasing and dynamic control shine. These pieces, including the lively "Badinerie" and the serene "Air," showcase the breadth of her musicality.
Complementing the Baroque repertoire, Bezaly includes Heitor Villa-Lobos' Bachianas Brasileiras No. 6. This fusion of Brazilian folk elements with Bach's contrapuntal style offers a unique and engaging listening experience, highlighting Bezaly's ability to adapt to different musical idioms.
Throughout "Synergy," Sharon Bezaly's playing is marked by its precision, expressiveness, and deep musical insight. This album is a testament to her artistry, offering a rich and varied exploration of chamber music that will captivate both classical aficionados and newcomers alike.
Tracks
Concerto for Recorder & Flute in E Minor, TWV 52:e1: I. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sharon Bezaly, Michala Petri, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Urban Svensson
Concerto for Recorder & Flute in E Minor, TWV 52:e1: II. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sharon Bezaly, Michala Petri, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Urban Svensson
Concerto for Recorder & Flute in E Minor, TWV 52:e1: III. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sharon Bezaly, Michala Petri, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Urban Svensson
Concerto for Recorder & Flute in E Minor, TWV 52:e1: IV. PrestoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sharon Bezaly, Michala Petri, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Urban Svensson
Tarentelle, Op. 6Camille Saint-Saëns, Sharon Bezaly, Michael Collins, Swedish Chamber Orchestra
Flute Concerto in D Minor (Arr. A. Adorján): I. Allegro maestosoFranz Doppler, Walter Auer, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Flute Concerto in D Minor (Arr. A. Adorján): II. AndanteFranz Doppler, Walter Auer, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Flute Concerto in D Minor (Arr. A. Adorján): III. AllegroFranz Doppler, Walter Auer, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 6, W392: I. ÁriaHeitor Villa-Lobos, Sharon Bezaly, Bram van Sambeek
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 6, W392: II. FantasiaHeitor Villa-Lobos, Sharon Bezaly, Bram van Sambeek
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067 (Arr. G. Mahler) [Excerpts]: I. OuvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Michael Collins
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067 (Arr. G. Mahler) [Excerpts]: II. Rondeau - Badinerie - RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Michael Collins
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068 (Arr. G. Mahler) [Excerpts]: III. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Michael Collins
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068 (Arr. G. Mahler) [Excerpts]: IV. Gavottes I & IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Michael Collins
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067 (Arr. G. Mahler) [Excerpts]: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Sharon Bezaly, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Björn Gäfvert, Michael Collins
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