Immerse yourself in the opulent world of Baroque music with "Baroque Summer" - Handel, Vivaldi & Rameau, a captivating collection of works by three of the era's most celebrated composers. Released on May 27, 2025, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Baroque music, featuring a diverse range of compositions that showcase the mastery of George Frideric Handel, Antonio Vivaldi, and Jean-Philippe Rameau.
Spanning a generous 69 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights, from the lively and energetic to the serene and contemplative. The tracklist is a journey through the Baroque period, featuring works for various instruments and ensembles, including harpsichord suites, violin sonatas, oboe sonatas, concertos, and opera excerpts. Each piece is a testament to the composers' ingenuity and their ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through their music.
The album opens with a sonata by Vivaldi, setting the stage for a musical journey that takes listeners through the vibrant and dynamic world of Baroque music. Handel's contributions include a variety of works, from the regal and majestic to the intimate and personal. Vivaldi's compositions, known for their virtuosity and technical brilliance, are well-represented, while Rameau's pieces add a touch of French elegance and refinement.
"Baroque Summer" is not just an album; it's an experience. It's an opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of Baroque music, to appreciate the craftsmanship and artistry of three of the era's most influential composers, and to enjoy some of the most beautiful and enduring music ever written. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers something for everyone. So, sit back, relax, and let the music transport you to the golden age of Baroque.
Sonata in B minor for Violin and Continuo, Op. 2/5 , RV 36: 3. Giga (Presto)Antonio Vivaldi, Salvatore Accardo, Rohan De Saram, Bruno Canino
Semele / Act 2: SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, English Chamber Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Premier Livre de pieces de clavecin / Suite in D Minor-major 1724: 14. La joyeuseJean-Philippe Rameau, Kenneth Gilbert
Oboe Sonata in f major, HWV 363a: 5. MenuettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Neil Black, Graham Sheen, George Malcolm
Harpsichord Suite Set I No. 3 in D minor HWV 428: 1. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Colin Tilney
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 4 in E minor for 4 Violins, RV 550: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, Anna Maria Cotogni, Pasquale Pellegrino, Claudio Buccarella, I Musici
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in B flat, R.163 "Conca": 1. (Allegro molto moderato) - Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
1er livre suite en la: CouranteJean-Philippe Rameau, Olivier Baumont
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 1/3, HWV 361: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Alfredo Campoli, George Malcolm
Recorder Sonata in G minor, RV 58 (Il pastor fido, Op. 13/6): 1. Vivace - AdagioNicolas Chédeville, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: IV. [Gigue I-II "Country Dances"]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Castor et Pollux - Ballet Suite: Air GaiJean-Philippe Rameau, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, HWV 289: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Suite Les Paladins, RCT 51: 14. Contredanse (en rondeau)Jean-Philippe Rameau, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Gustav Leonhardt
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 10 in B Minor for 4 Violins and Cello (Arr. P. Romero for 4 Guitars): IIb. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Angel Romero, Celedonio Romero, Celin Romero, Pepe Romero, San Antonio Symphony Orchestra, Victor Alessandro
Castor et Pollux - Ballet Suite: Air pour les AthlètesJean-Philippe Rameau, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 3 No. 4, HWV 315: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 6 No. 9, HWV 327: I. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto grosso in B flat, Op. 3, No. 1: 3. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard, Leslie Pearson, John Constable
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: V. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Lisa Beznosiuk, Richard Tunnicliffe, Paul Nicholson
Recorder Sonata in F Major Op. 1 No. 11, HWV 369: III. Alla SicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, Rachel Beckett, Richard Tunnicliffe, Paul Nicholson
Pièces de clavecin avec une méthode sur la mécanique des doigts: La joyeuseJean-Philippe Rameau, Christophe Rousset
Concerto for 2 Trumpets, Strings and Continuo in C, R.537 - rev. by Franz Giegling: 2. GraveAntonio Vivaldi, Henry Adelbrecht, Jean-Pierre Mathez, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
Concerto Grosso in E Minor, Op. 6, No. 3, HWV 321: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Gerhart Hetzel, Kurt-Christian Stier, Fritz Kiskalt, Hedwig Bilgram, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Flute Sonata in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 9b, HWV 367b: V. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Lisa Beznosiuk, Richard Tunnicliffe, Paul Nicholson
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: IV. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Concerto for Guitar and Strings in G minor, Op. 10, No. 2, R.439 - Arr. from Flute Concerto in G minor, Op. 10 No. 2, R.439: 4. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Pepe Romero, I Musici
Concerto for Strings in B-Flat Major, RV 166: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Pièces de clavecin avec une méthode sur la mécanique des doigts: La folletteJean-Philippe Rameau, Christophe Rousset
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: II. A tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley
Il Floridante, HWV 14 / Act 1: MarcheGeorge Frideric Handel, Il Complesso Barocco, Alan Curtis
Hippolyte et Aricie / Act 3: Deuxième Air des MatelotsJean-Philippe Rameau, Ensemble Vocal Sagittarius, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Water Music Suite / Water Music Suite in D Major, BWV 349: MinuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Flute Sonata in G Major, Op. 1 No. 5, HWV 363b: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Lisa Beznosiuk, Richard Tunnicliffe, Paul Nicholson
Saul, HWV 53 / Act 1: 20. SymphonyGeorge Frideric Handel, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Mackerras, Kenneth Sillito
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F, HWV 348: 15. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Fritz Lehmann
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 8 in D Minor, RV 249: 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 6/6, HWV 324: II. A tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 11 in D Major, RV 204: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Music for the Royal Fireworks: Suite HWV 351: 3. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, London Symphony Orchestra, George Szell
Flute Sonata in B minor, HWV 376 "Halle" No. 3: 3. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, William Bennett, Nicholas Kraemer, Denis Vigay
Rodrigo - Suite, HWV 5: 2. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Anthony Lewis
Suite Les Indes Galantes / Les Fleurs: 17. Ritournelle pour la fête persaneJean-Philippe Rameau, Orchestra Of The 18th Century, Frans Brüggen
Trio Sonata for Flute, Violin and Continuo in E minor, Op. 5, No. 3, HWV 398: 4. Allemande (Andante allegro)George Frideric Handel, William Bennett, Kenneth Sillito, George Malcolm, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Denis Vigay
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: IV. [Gigue II-I "Country Dances"]George Frideric Handel, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Premier livre de pièces de clavecin, Suite in A Minor, RCT 1: IX. MenuetJean-Philippe Rameau, Mahan Esfahani
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: Vb. Menuet IIGeorge Frideric Handel, Wolfgang Meyer, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Suite in E Minor for Harpsichord, RCT2 - Trans. for Guitar: 8. Tambourin (Transcr. Fernández)Jean-Philippe Rameau, Eduardo Fernández
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