Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Marin Marais with his latest release, "Le Grand Ballet." This exquisite collection of compositions, released on April 22, 2022, under the Paraty label, showcases Marais' mastery of the Baroque era's rich musical tapestry. Spanning a total of 62 minutes, the album is a journey through a series of suites in G Major, C Major, and A Minor, each piece meticulously crafted to display the depth and versatility of Marais' artistry.
The album opens with the "Suite en Sol Majeur," featuring a series of dance movements including a Prélude, Caprice, Allemande, and more, each piece flowing seamlessly into the next. The "Suite en Do Majeur" follows, offering a similar structure with additional movements like the Chaconne and a Gigue. The final suite, "Suite en La Mineur," concludes the album with a Fantaisie and a Grand Ballet, leaving the listener with a sense of grandeur and completion.
Marais' compositions are known for their technical complexity and expressive depth, and "Le Grand Ballet" is no exception. The album is a testament to the composer's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and moods, from the lively and energetic to the introspective and melancholic. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Le Grand Ballet" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Suite en Sol Majeur: PréludeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: CapriceMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: AllemandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: Double de l'AllemandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: CouranteMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: SarabandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Sol Majeur: Gigue la petiteMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Gigue en Sol Majeur pour la guitareFrançois Campion, Manuel de Grange
La GuitareMarin Marais, Manuel de Grange
Suite en Do Majeur: PréludeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: CapriceMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: AllemandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: Double de l'AllemandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: CouranteMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: Double de la CouranteMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: SarabandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: GigueMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en Do Majeur: ChaconneMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Chaconne en Do MajeurJean-Henri d'Anglebert, Paolo Zanzu
Suite en La Mineur: PréludeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: FantaisieMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: AllemandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: CouranteMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: SarabandeMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: GigueMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: Double de la GigueMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
Suite en La Mineur: Grand BalletMarin Marais, Ronald Martin Alonso, Ensemble Vedado
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