Immerse yourself in the world of baroque and classical music with John Wallace's "Virtuoso Trumpet Concertos," a captivating collection of trumpet concertos and sonatas released on Nimbus Records in 1988. This album is a testament to Wallace's exceptional skill and versatility as a trumpeter, showcasing his ability to navigate complex compositions with finesse and precision.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, featuring a diverse range of pieces, including sonatas for multiple trumpets, strings, and continuo, as well as concertos in various keys and configurations. Notable tracks include the Sonata for 8 trumpets, strings, continuo, and 2 timpani, and the Concerto in D Major for trumpet, strings, and continuo, MWV IV. 13, which demonstrates Wallace's mastery of both solo and ensemble performances.
Throughout the album, Wallace is accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians, including strings, continuo, oboe d'amore, flutes, horns, and timpani, creating a rich and dynamic soundscape. The compositions, ranging from allegro to adagio, offer a delightful mix of tempos and moods, ensuring an engaging listening experience from start to finish.
"Virtuoso Trumpet Concertos" is not just an album but a celebration of the trumpet's versatility and the brilliance of John Wallace, making it a standout addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
Sonata for 8 trumpets, strings, continuo and 2 timpani: AllegroCarl Heinrich Biber, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in D Major for trumpet, strings and continuo, MWV IV. 13: I. AllegroJohann Melchior Molter, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in D Major for trumpet, strings and continuo, MWV IV. 13: II. AndanteJohann Melchior Molter, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in D Major for trumpet, strings and continuo, MWV IV. 13: III. AllegroJohann Melchior Molter, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in E Major for trumpet, oboe d'amore and violin, strings and continuo: I. AllegroCarl Friedrich Christian Fasch, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in E Major for trumpet, oboe d'amore and violin, strings and continuo: II. AffettuosoCarl Friedrich Christian Fasch, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in E Major for trumpet, oboe d'amore and violin, strings and continuo: III. AllegroCarl Friedrich Christian Fasch, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Sonata Paschalis for solo trumpet, violins, 4 trumpets, timpani and continuo: Grave - PrestoCarl Heinrich Biber, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in C Major for trumpet, 2 flutes, strings and continuo: I. AdagioMichael Haydn, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in C Major for trumpet, 2 flutes, strings and continuo: II. Allegro moltoMichael Haydn, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Divertimento in C Major for 2 flutes, 3 trumpets in C, 2 trumpets in D and timpani, K. 187: Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in D Major for trumpet, 2 horns, strings and continuo: I. AdagioLeopold Mozart, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto in D Major for trumpet, 2 horns, strings and continuo: II. Allegro moderatoLeopold Mozart, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Divertimento in C Major for 2 flutes, strings and continuo, K. 188: Andante - Allegro - Menuetto - Andante - Menuetto - PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
Sonata for trumpet and violin with 4 trumpets, violins, continuo and timpani: Presto - Adagio - PrestoCarl Heinrich Biber, John Wallace, Simon Wright, Philharmonia Orchestra
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