Immerse yourself in the refined elegance of the 18th century with Jean-Marie Leclair's "Chamber Music With Flute." This captivating collection, released in 2007 by Naxos, showcases the complete flute chamber music of Leclair, a composer whose work epitomizes the clarity, rationality, and harmony of the Enlightenment era. Spanning over two hours, the album features 42 tracks, including sonatas and suites that highlight Leclair's mastery of form and expression.
The album opens with the Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 2, and continues with a variety of sonatas in different keys, each offering a unique blend of dance-inspired movements and expressive melodies. The inclusion of the "2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8" adds a playful contrast to the more structured sonatas, showcasing Leclair's versatility and inventive spirit.
Performed by renowned flutists and accompanied by skilled musicians, this recording brings to life the intricate details and rich textures of Leclair's compositions. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the Baroque and early Classical periods, revealing the timeless beauty of Leclair's music.
2007 Naxos2007 Naxos
Tracks
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 2: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 2: II. Corrente. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 2: III. Gavotta. GraziosoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 2: IV. Giga. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 9, No. 2: I. Dolce andanteJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 9, No. 2: II. Allemanda. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 9, No. 2: III. Sarabanda. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 9, No. 2: IV. Minuetto. Allegro non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 9, No. 7: I. Dolce andanteJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 9, No. 7: II. Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 9, No. 7: III. Aria. AffettuosoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 9, No. 7: IV. Giga. Allegro moderatoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: II. VivaceJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: III. Aria. AffettuosoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 6: IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in D Major, Op. 2, No. 8: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Jeppesen, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in D Major, Op. 2, No. 8: II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Jeppesen, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in D Major, Op. 2, No. 8: III. Sarabanda. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Jeppesen, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in D Major, Op. 2, No. 8: IV. Allegro assaiJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Jeppesen, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 2, No. 5: I. AndanteJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 2, No. 5: II. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 2, No. 5: III. Gavotta. GraziosoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 2, No. 5: IV. Allegro assaiJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 2, No. 3: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 2, No. 3: II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 2, No. 3: III. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in C Major, Op. 2, No. 3: IV. Giga. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 2, No. 11: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 2, No. 11: II. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 2, No. 11: III. Aria grazioso: Allegro ma non troppoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 2, No. 1: I. AdagioJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 2, No. 1: II. Allegro ma pocoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 2, No. 1: III. Sarabanda. LargoJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
Flute Sonata in E Minor, Op. 2, No. 1: IV. AllegroJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: I. Ouverture: Gravement - Legerement - LentementJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: II. Forlane: Point trop viteJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: III. Sarabande. LentementJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: IV. Menuet - Autre menuetJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: V. BadinageJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: VI. ChaconneJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
2ème Récréation de musique d’une execution facile, Op. 8: VII. Tambourin: ViteJean-Marie Leclair, Fenwick Smith, Christopher Krueger, Laura Blustein, John Gibbons
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