Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with Virtuosi Saxoniae's captivating album, featuring concertos and capriccios by Georg Philipp Telemann, Johann Joachim Quantz, Antonio Vivaldi, and Jan Dismas Zelenka. Released on January 1, 1992, under the Berlin Classics label, this 59-minute collection is a testament to the exquisite artistry of the ensemble and the timeless beauty of the Baroque era.
The album opens with Telemann's Violin Concerto in D Major, a lively and spirited piece that showcases the virtuosity of the ensemble. The concerto is followed by Quantz's Concerto for 2 Flutes in G Minor, a hauntingly beautiful work that highlights the delicate interplay between the two flutes. Vivaldi's Concerto for 2 Violins, 2 Oboes and Bassoon in D Major adds a touch of grandeur and elegance to the collection, while Zelenka's Capriccio in A Major offers a playful and whimsical contrast.
Throughout the album, Virtuosi Saxoniae delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive. The ensemble's precise and nuanced playing brings out the rich harmonies and intricate melodies of these Baroque masterpieces, making for a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Whether you're a seasoned Baroque enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
Violin Concerto in D Major, TWV 54:D2: I. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Roland Straumer
Violin Concerto in D Major, TWV 54:D2: II. GraveGeorg Philipp Telemann, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Roland Straumer
Violin Concerto in D Major, TWV 54:D2: III. PrestoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Roland Straumer
Concerto for 2 Flutes in G Minor: I. AllegroJohann Joachim Quantz, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Gudrun Jahn, Eckart Haupt
Concerto for 2 Flutes in G Minor: II. AmorosoJohann Joachim Quantz, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Concerto for 2 Flutes in G Minor: III. PrestoJohann Joachim Quantz, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Concerto for 2 Violins, 2 Oboes and Bassoon in D Major, RV 564a: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Günter Klier, Andreas Lorenz, Guido Titze, Michael Eckoldt, Roland Straumer
Concerto for 2 Violins, 2 Oboes and Bassoon in D Major, RV 564a: II. Adagio non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Roland Straumer, Guido Titze, Andreas Lorenz, Michael Eckoldt, Günter Klier
Concerto for 2 Violins, 2 Oboes and Bassoon in D Major, RV 564a: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Andreas Lorenz, Michael Eckoldt, Günter Klier, Guido Titze, Roland Straumer
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: I. Allegro assaiJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: II. AdagioJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: III. AriaJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: IV. En tempo de canarieJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: V. Menuet I-IIJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A major, ZWV 185: VI. AndanteJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Capriccio in A Major, ZWV 185: Vii. Paysan I-IIJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler