Michala Petri, the renowned Danish recorder player celebrated for her technical virtuosity and versatility, presents a captivating collection of works by Johann Sebastian Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann. Released on Sony Classical in 2018, "Michala Petri Plays Bach & Telemann" is a chamber music album that spans a little over an hour and ten minutes, featuring 20 tracks that showcase Petri's exceptional skill and the rich, diverse compositions of Bach and Telemann.
The album opens with Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067, a Baroque masterpiece that includes the lively "Rondeau" and the spirited "Badinerie." Petri then transitions to Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047, highlighting the concerto's dynamic range and intricate interplay between instruments. The second half of the album is dedicated to Telemann's Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings, and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2, and a Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings, and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044, both of which demonstrate Telemann's inventive and expressive style.
Accompanied by the Berliner Barock Solisten and conductor Rainer Kussmaul, Petri delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive. The album is a testament to her enduring artistry and the timeless appeal of Bach and Telemann's music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Michala Petri Plays Bach & Telemann" offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
(P) 2018 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: I. OvertureJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: II. RondeauJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I - Bourrée IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: V. Polonaise - DoubleJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VI. MenuettJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: I. OvertureGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: II. Les PlaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: III. Air à l'ItalienGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: IV. MenuetGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: V. La réjouissanceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: VI. Passepied I - Passepied IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Suite for Treble Recorder, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, TWV 55 A2: VII. PolonaiseGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: II. Adagio ma non tanto e dolceJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul
Concerto for Flute, Violin, Harpsichord, Strings and Basso continuo in A Minor, BWV 1044: III. Alla breveJohann Sebastian Bach, Michala Petri, Berliner Barock Solisten, Rainer Kussmaul