Immerse yourself in the intricate and profound world of Johann Jakob Froberger, a German Baroque composer and keyboard virtuoso, with the album "Johann Jakob Froberger: Méditation." Released on October 20, 2017, this collection of 21 tracks offers a comprehensive exploration of Froberger's mastery, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes.
The album is a testament to Froberger's innovative contributions to the dance suite and his significant influence on the German high Baroque style of the early 18th century. Each piece, meticulously performed by Julien Wolfs, showcases Froberger's technical brilliance and emotional depth. From the contemplative "Meditations faite sur ma mort future" to the lively "Gigue," the album traverses a wide range of moods and styles, reflecting the composer's versatility and artistic vision.
Highlights include the haunting "Tombeau in C Minor," a lament composed in honor of Monsieur Blancheroche, and the dramatic "Lamento sopra la dolorosa perdita della Real Maestà di Ferdinando IV," a tribute to the tragic loss of Ferdinand IV, King of Romans. The album also features intricate "Ricercars" and dynamic "Capriccios," demonstrating Froberger's ability to blend technical complexity with expressive melody.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a curious newcomer, "Johann Jakob Froberger: Méditation" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Julien Wolfs' sensitive interpretations bring Froberger's compositions to life, inviting you to explore the timeless beauty and emotional resonance of this remarkable music.
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Tracks
Toccata in D Minor, FbWV 102 - No. 2 of "Parte prima" from "Libro secondo di toccate, fantasie, canzone, allemande, courante, sarabande, gigue, et altre partite, Vienna, 1649"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Canzona in G Minor, FbWV 302 - No. 2 of "Parte terza" from "Libro secondo di toccate, fantasie, canzone, allemande, courante, sarabande, gigue, et altre partite, Vienna, 1649"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in D Major, FbWV 620: I. Meditation faite sur ma mort future, laquelle se joüe lentement avec discrétion - Memento mori Froberger - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in D Major, FbWV 620: II. Gigue - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in D Major, FbWV 620: III. Courante - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in D Major, FbWV 620: IV. Sarabande - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Toccata in C Major, FbWV 109 - No. 3 of "Prima parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Tombeau in C Minor, FbWV 632 - Tombeau fait à Paris sur la mort de Monsieur Blancheroche, lequel se joüe fort lentement à la discrétion sans observer aucune mesure - from the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Fantasia in A Minor, FbWV 206 - No. 6 of "Parte seconda" from "Libro secondo di toccate, fantasie, canzone, allemande, courante, sarabande, gigue, et altre partite, Vienna, 1649"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Capriccio in D Minor, FbWV 510Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Ricercar in G Minor, FbWV 405 - Ricercar 5 from "Libro - terzo - di capricci e ricercate, Vienna, 1657-1658"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in E Minor, FbWV 627: I. Allemande, faite en passant le Rhin dans une barque en grand péril, laquelle se joüe lentement à la discretion - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in E Minor, FbWV 627: II. Courante - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in E Minor, FbWV 627: III. Sarabande - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in E Minor, FbWV 627: IV. Gigue - From the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in C Major, FbWV 612: I. Lamento sopra la dolorosa perdita della Real Maestà di Ferdinando IV Rè de Romani - No. 6 of "Quarta parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in C Major, FbWV 612: II. Gigue - No. 6 of "Quarta parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in C Major, FbWV 612: III. Courante - No. 6 of "Quarta parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Partita in C Major, FbWV 612: IV. Sarabande - No. 6 of "Quarta parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Toccata in F Major, FbWV 110 - No. 4 of "Prima parte" from "Libro quarto di toccate, ricercari, capricci, allemande, gigue, courante, sarabande, Vienna, 1656"Johann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
Tombeau in F Minor, FbWV 633 - Lamentation faite sur la mort très douloureuse de Sa Majesté Impériale, Ferdinand le troisième - from the Berlin Sing-Akademie SA 4450 ManuscriptJohann Jakob Froberger, Julien Wolfs
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