Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical flute music with Jean-Pierre Rampal's "The Flute Master," a meticulously crafted album set to release on November 3, 2024, under Warner Classics. This extraordinary collection spans a diverse range of compositions, showcasing Rampal's virtuosity and the flute's remarkable versatility.
The album features a blend of well-known masterpieces and hidden gems, from the baroque elegance of Bach and Handel to the romantic expressiveness of Poulenc and Mozart. Rampal's interpretations are nothing short of breathtaking, each piece performed with a level of technical precision and emotional depth that only a master of his caliber can achieve.
"The Flute Master" is a testament to Rampal's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated flutists of all time. The album's 36 tracks, lasting a total of 4 hours and 5 minutes, offer a comprehensive journey through the flute repertoire, highlighting its expressive range and Rampal's unparalleled artistry.
From the lively rhythms of Vivaldi's "La tempesta di mare" to the serene beauty of Debussy's "Syrinx," and the intricate harmonies of Françaix's Wind Quintet No. 1, each piece is a showcase of Rampal's exceptional skill and musical insight. The album also includes some of Rampal's own cadenzas, adding a personal touch to the performances.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Flute Master" is an album that will captivate and inspire. It's a celebration of the flute, a tribute to the composers, and a testament to Jean-Pierre Rampal's enduring brilliance.
Tracks
Vivaldi: Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Vivaldi: Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Vivaldi: Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Poulenc: Flute Sonata, FP 164: I. Allegro malinconicoFrancis Poulenc, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Poulenc: Flute Sonata, FP 164: II. CantilenaFrancis Poulenc, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Poulenc: Flute Sonata, FP 164: III. Presto giocosoFrancis Poulenc, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Debussy: Syrinx, CD 137, L. 129Claude Debussy, Jean-Pierre Rampal
Handel: Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Handel: Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Handel: Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Handel: Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: IV. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Handel: Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: V. MenuettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Bach, JS: Flute Sonata in B Minor, BWV 1030: I. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Bach, JS: Flute Sonata in B Minor, BWV 1030: II. Largo e dolceJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Bach, JS: Flute Sonata in B Minor, BWV 1030: III. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Françaix: Wind Quintet No. 1: I. Andante tranquillo - Allegro assaiJean Françaix, Quintette à Vent Français
Françaix: Wind Quintet No. 1: II. PrestoJean Françaix, Quintette à Vent Français
Françaix: Wind Quintet No. 1: III. AndanteJean Françaix, Quintette à Vent Français
Françaix: Wind Quintet No. 1: IV. Tempo di marcia franceseJean Françaix, Quintette à Vent Français
Mozart: Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K. 313: I. Allegro maestoso (Cadenza by Rampal)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Theodor Guschlbauer, Wiener Symphoniker
Mozart: Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K. 313: II. Adagio ma non troppo (Cadenza by Rampal)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Theodor Guschlbauer, Wiener Symphoniker
Mozart: Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K. 313: III. Rondo. Tempo di menuetto (Cadenza by Rampal)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Theodor Guschlbauer, Wiener Symphoniker
Telemann: Tafelmusik, Pt. 1: Quartet for Flute, Oboe, Violin and Continuo in G Major, TWV 43:G2: I. Largo - AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Ensemble Baroque De Paris, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Telemann: Tafelmusik, Pt. 1: Quartet for Flute, Oboe, Violin and Continuo in G Major, TWV 43:G2: II. VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Ensemble Baroque De Paris, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Telemann: Tafelmusik, Pt. 1: Quartet for Flute, Oboe, Violin and Continuo in G Major, TWV 43:G2: III. Grave - VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Ensemble Baroque De Paris, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Bach, JS: Meine Seufzer, meine Tränen, BWV 13: No. 5, Aria. "Ächzen und erbärmlich Weinen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Jacques Neilz, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Haydn: Flute Quartet in D Major, Hob. II:D11: I. PrestoJoseph Haydn, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Trio à cordes français
Haydn: Flute Quartet in D Major, Hob. II:D11: II. Menuetto - TrioJoseph Haydn, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Trio à cordes français
Haydn: Flute Quartet in D Major, Hob. II:D11: III. AdagioJoseph Haydn, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Trio à cordes français
Haydn: Flute Quartet in D Major, Hob. II:D11: IV. Presto assaiJoseph Haydn, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Trio à cordes français
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: I. Allegro (Cadenza by Flothuis)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Lily Laskine, Jean-François Paillard, Orchestre de chambre Jean-François Paillard
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: II. Andantino (Cadenza by Flothuis)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Lily Laskine, Jean-François Paillard, Orchestre de chambre Jean-François Paillard
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro (Cadenza by Flothuis)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Lily Laskine, Jean-François Paillard, Orchestre de chambre Jean-François Paillard
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Dance of the Blessed SpiritsChristoph Willibald Gluck, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Mercadante: Flute Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 57: I. Allegro maestosoSaverio Mercadante, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Mercadante: Flute Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 57: II. LargoSaverio Mercadante, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Mercadante: Flute Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 57: III. Rondo russoSaverio Mercadante, Jean-Pierre Rampal, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Arma: Suite paysanne hongroise, Op. 153: I. Chants populaires tristes (After Bartók's Peasant Songs, Sz. 71)Paul Arma, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Arma: Suite paysanne hongroise, Op. 153: II. Scherzo (After Bartók's Peasant Songs, Sz. 71)Paul Arma, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Arma: Suite paysanne hongroise, Op. 153: III. Vieilles danses (After Bartók's Peasant Songs, Sz. 71)Paul Arma, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Robert Veyron-Lacroix
Bach, CPE: Flute Concerto in B-Flat Major, Wq. 167: I. AllegrettoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Karl Ristenpart, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks
Bach, CPE: Flute Concerto in B-Flat Major, Wq. 167: II. AdagioCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Karl Ristenpart, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks
Bach, CPE: Flute Concerto in B-Flat Major, Wq. 167: III. Allegro assaiCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Karl Ristenpart, Kammerorchester des Saarländischen Rundfunks
Ibert: Flute Concerto: I. AllegroJacques Ibert, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Louis de Froment, Orchestre des Concerts Lamoureux
Ibert: Flute Concerto: II. AndanteJacques Ibert, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Louis de Froment, Orchestre des Concerts Lamoureux
Ibert: Flute Concerto: III. Allegro scherzandoJacques Ibert, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Louis de Froment, Orchestre des Concerts Lamoureux
Jolivet: 5 Incantations: No. 2, Pour que l'enfant qui va naître soit un filsAndré Jolivet, Jean-Pierre Rampal
Tartini: Flute Concerto in D Major: I. Allegro (Transcr. Rampal of Violin Concerto, D. 50)Giuseppe Tartini, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Edoardo Farina, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Tartini: Flute Concerto in D Major: II. Grave (Transcr. Rampal of Violin Concerto, D. 50)Giuseppe Tartini, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Edoardo Farina, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
Tartini: Flute Concerto in D Major: III. Allegro (Transcr. Rampal of Violin Concerto, D. 50)Giuseppe Tartini, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Edoardo Farina, I Solisti Veneti, Claudio Scimone
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