Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 18th-century Prague with Jiří Antonín Benda's "Benda: Sonatas, Sonatinas, Songs. Music from 18th Century, Prague." Released in 2015 under the Supraphon label, this classical piano album is a captivating journey through the musical landscape of a bygone era. Spanning a total of 1 hour and 15 minutes, the album features 25 tracks that showcase Benda's mastery of the harpsichord and violin, as well as his skill in composing songs that resonate with timeless elegance.
The album opens with the Sonata for Harpsichord in F Major, a three-movement piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. Benda's compositions are characterized by their intricate melodies and harmonies, which are brought to life with exquisite precision by the performers. The album also includes sonatinas and songs, each offering a unique perspective on the musical styles and techniques of the period.
Jiří Antonín Benda, a prominent figure in the classical music scene, brings a wealth of experience and artistry to this album. His compositions are not only technically impressive but also deeply expressive, capturing the essence of the human experience in a way that transcends time. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Sonata for Harpsichord in F Major: I. Allegro assai moderato - AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata for Harpsichord in F Major: II. Andantino un poco larghettoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata for Harpsichord in F Major: III. AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Mit Lauretten, seiner FreudeJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonatina. Allegro in B-Flat MajorJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Du, kleine, Blondine bezauberst ja schonJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Hana Fleková, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonatina. Allegro moderato in F MajorJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Mir Armen, den des Fiebers KraftJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Marek Stryncl, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonatina. Presto in D MajorJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Hüpft, ihr wollenreichen HerdenJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Marek Stryncl, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord in G Major: I. Mezzo allegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Helena Zemanova
Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord in G Major: II. AndantinoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Helena Zemanova
Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord in G Major: III. AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Helena Zemanova
Mein Geliebter hat versprochenJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Marek Stryncl, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonatina in G MinorJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Romanze: Ein Mädchen, das auf Ehre hieltJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Hana Fleková, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonata in C Minor: I. Allegro non troppoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata in C Minor: II. Un poco largoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata in C Minor: III. AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Ich liebte nur IsmenenJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Marek Stryncl, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonatina allegretto in C MajorJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Heraklit, gleich stumpfen GreisenJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová, Marek Stryncl, Ivana Bilej Brouková
Sonata in F Major: I. Allegro ma non troppoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata in F Major: II. Andante con motoJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová
Sonata in F Major: III. AllegroJiří Antonín Benda, Edita Keglerová