Michael Schneider, a renowned recorder virtuoso, presents "The Virtuoso Recorder, Vol. 3," a captivating collection of chamber music that showcases his exceptional skill and versatility. Released on August 7, 2015, under the CPO label, this album is a testament to Schneider's mastery of the recorder, featuring a diverse repertoire that spans various composers and styles.
Comprising 34 tracks, the album spans a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Schneider is accompanied by the talented musicians of Cappella Academica Frankfurt, creating a harmonious blend of sounds that highlight the recorder's unique timbre and expressive range.
The album features a variety of concertos, including works for solo recorder, duets, and ensembles, showcasing Schneider's technical prowess and musical sensitivity. From the lively Allegro movements to the contemplative Adagios, each piece is performed with precision and passion, demonstrating Schneider's deep understanding of the music and his instrument.
"The Virtuoso Recorder, Vol. 3" is not just a display of technical brilliance but also a celebration of the recorder's rich history and its enduring relevance in the world of chamber music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the world of the recorder, performed by one of its most accomplished modern-day interpreters.
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Tracks
Concerto No. 5 for 2 Sixth Flutes in D Major: I. AllegroRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 5 for 2 Sixth Flutes in D Major: II. LargoRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 5 for 2 Sixth Flutes in D Major: III. PrestoRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Recorder Concerto No. 3 in G Major: I. AllegroJohn Baston, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Recorder Concerto No. 3 in G Major: II. AdagioJohn Baston, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Recorder Concerto No. 3 in G Major: III. AllegroJohn Baston, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in E Minor, Op. 3 No. 3: I. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in E Minor, Op. 3 No. 3: II. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in E Minor, Op. 3 No. 3: III. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in E Minor, Op. 3 No. 3: IV. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 8 for Transverse Flute in D Major: I. Poco allegroRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 8 for Transverse Flute in D Major: II. AdagioRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 8 for Transverse Flute in D Major: III. VivaceRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 4 for 2 Sixth Flutes in B Minor: I. PrestoRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 4 for 2 Sixth Flutes in B Minor: II. LargoRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 4 for 2 Sixth Flutes in B Minor: III. GavottaRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Fifth Flute in A Minor: I. AllegroCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Fifth Flute in A Minor: II. Grave e staccatoCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Fifth Flute in A Minor: III. AllegroCharles Dieupart, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for 2 Alto Recorders in F Major, Op. 3 No. 6: I. AndanteWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for 2 Alto Recorders in F Major, Op. 3 No. 6: II. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for 2 Alto Recorders in F Major, Op. 3 No. 6: III. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for 2 Alto Recorders in F Major, Op. 3 No. 6: IV. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Violin Concerto in A Major: I. AllegroCharles Dieupart, Petra Müllejans, Judith Freise, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Violin Concerto in A Major: II. AdagioCharles Dieupart, Petra Müllejans, Judith Freise, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Violin Concerto in A Major: III. AllegroCharles Dieupart, Petra Müllejans, Judith Freise, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in D Major, Op. 3 No. 2: I. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in D Major, Op. 3 No. 2: II. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in D Major, Op. 3 No. 2: III. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto for Sixth Flute in D Major, Op. 3 No. 2: IV. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 9 for Transverse Flute in E Minor: I. VivaceRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 9 for Transverse Flute in E Minor: II. LargoRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 9 for Transverse Flute in E Minor: III. AllegroRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Cappella Academica Frankfurt
Concerto No. 6 for 2 Sixth Flutes in D Major: III. GavottaRobert Woodcock, Michael Schneider, Jung-Hyun Yu, Cappella Academica Frankfurt