Dive into the intricate world of Baroque music with Johann Jakob Froberger's "Diversi curiose partite per cembalo." Released on June 5, 2020, under the Pan Classics label, this album is a comprehensive collection of Froberger's masterful compositions for the harpsichord. Spanning a total of 1 hour and 12 minutes, the album features 24 tracks that showcase the composer's virtuosic skill and innovative spirit.
Enrico Baiano brings Froberger's works to life with a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive. The album includes a variety of forms, such as toccatas, suites, ricercars, fantasias, and a tombeau, each demonstrating Froberger's unique approach to composition and his ability to blend different musical styles.
Highlights include the lively "Toccata No. 10 in F Major," the elegant "Suite No. 17 in F Major," and the haunting "Tombeau in F Minor," which serves as a poignant tribute. Froberger's music, characterized by its complexity and emotional depth, offers a rich listening experience that reveals new nuances with each listen.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a newcomer to the genre, "Diversi curiose partite per cembalo" provides a captivating exploration of Froberger's genius. This album is a testament to the enduring appeal of his music and a celebration of the harpsichord's timeless beauty.
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Tracks
Toccata No. 10 in F Major, FbWV 110Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 17 in F Major, FbWV 617: I. AllemandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 17 in F Major, FbWV 617: II. GigueJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 17 in F Major, FbWV 617: III. CouranteJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 17 in F Major, FbWV 617: IV. SarabandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Toccata No. 2 in D Minor, FbWV 102Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Ricercar No. 7 in D Minor, FbWV 407Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Toccata No. 3 in G Major, FbWV 103Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 16 in G Major, FbWV 616: I. AllemandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 16 in G Major, FbWV 616: II. CouranteJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 16 in G Major, FbWV 616: III. SarabandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 16 in G Major, FbWV 616: IV. TombeauJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 19 in C Minor, FbWV 619: I. AllemandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 19 in C Minor, FbWV 619: II. GigueJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 19 in C Minor, FbWV 619: III. CouranteJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 19 in C Minor, FbWV 619: IV. SarabandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Toccata No. 15 in G Minor, FbWV 115Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 18 in G Minor, FbWV 618: I. AllemandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 18 in G Minor, FbWV 618: II. GigueJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 18 in G Minor, FbWV 618: III. CouranteJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Suite No. 18 in G Minor, FbWV 618: IV. SarabandeJohann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Toccata No. 7 in G Major, FbWV 107Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Fantasia No. 4 in G Major, FbWV 204Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
Tombeau in F Minor, FbWV 633 "Lamentation"Johann Jakob Froberger, Enrico Baiano
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