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London Baroque - The Trio Sonata in 18th-Century France (LP)

London Baroque

2012
25 tracks
1 uur, 11 min
chamber music

The Trio Sonata in 18th-Century France

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 18th-century French chamber music with London Baroque's captivating album, "The Trio Sonata in 18th-Century France." Released in 2012 under the esteemed BIS label, this collection is a treasure trove of rarely performed and recorded works, offering a fresh and inspiring perspective on the baroque era.

London Baroque, known for their exquisite interpretations of early music, presents a diverse array of compositions by lesser-known yet brilliant composers such as Leclair, Boismortier, Dolle, and Guignon. The album also features a standout piece by the renowned François Couperin, "L'Imperiale," adding a touch of familiarity to this otherwise unexplored repertoire.

Spanning a little over an hour, the album's 25 tracks showcase a variety of dance-inspired movements, including sonades, allemandes, courantes, sarabandes, gigues, rondeaux, and more. Each piece is performed with meticulous attention to detail, bringing to life the intricate melodies and harmonies of the baroque period.

The album is a testament to London Baroque's dedication to historical performance practices, as they employ period instruments and techniques to create an authentic and engaging listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the musical landscapes of 18th-century France.

Tracks

I. Sonade. Gravement - Vivement et marquéeFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
9:53
II. AllemandeFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
2:20
III. CouranteFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:29
IV. Courante IIFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:39
V. SarabandeFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:58
VI. BouréeFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
0:40
VII. GigueFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:04
VIII. RondeauFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:50
IX. ChaconneFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
4:38
X. MenuetFrançois Couperin, London Baroque
1:09
I. AdagioCharles Dollé, London Baroque
2:07
II. Aria gratiosoCharles Dollé, London Baroque
4:00
III. SarabandaCharles Dollé, London Baroque
2:18
IV. Allegro ma non troppoCharles Dollé, London Baroque
2:06
I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, London Baroque
2:24
II. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, London Baroque
3:03
III. Aria. Gratioso - Altro - GratiosoJean-Marie Leclair, London Baroque
5:22
IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, London Baroque
3:38
I. AllegroJoseph Bodin de Boismortier, London Baroque
2:07
II. AdagioJoseph Bodin de Boismortier, London Baroque
2:02
III. AllegroJoseph Bodin de Boismortier, London Baroque
1:43
I. StaccatoJean-Pierre Guignon, London Baroque
3:11
II. AllegroJean-Pierre Guignon, London Baroque
3:55
III. AndanteJean-Pierre Guignon, London Baroque
2:57
IV. AllegroJean-Pierre Guignon, London Baroque
3:21

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Trio Sonata in 18th-Century France
Artist: London Baroque
Album release date: 7 augustus 2012
Label: BIS
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 11 min
Tracks: 25 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Chamber music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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