Pastorale - Musik und Texte

Dorothee Oberlinger, renowned recorder virtuoso, presents "Pastorale - Musik und Texte," a captivating exploration of Baroque and classical music centered around the theme of Christmas and pastoral scenes. Released on November 4, 2022, under the Deutsche Harmonia Mundi label, this chamber music album spans an engaging 97 minutes, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.

The album is a testament to Oberlinger's exceptional artistry, featuring her arrangements for recorder, strings, and continuo. It showcases her mastery of the instrument and her deep understanding of the repertoire. The tracklist is a delightful blend of well-known and lesser-known works, including Arcangelo Corelli's "Christmas Concerto," Antonio Vivaldi's "Recorder Concerto in C Major," and George Frideric Handel's "Organ Concerto in F Major."

Oberlinger's interpretations are both sensitive and spirited, bringing out the nuanced beauty of each piece. The album opens with "Italienisches Bilderbuch: Die Christnacht - Teil 1," setting a serene and reflective tone. It continues with a variety of movements from concertos and cantatas, each one showcasing the recorder's versatility and Oberlinger's technical prowess.

The album also includes traditional pieces like "Quanno nascette ninno" and "Tu scendi dalle stelle," adding a touch of familiar warmth to the collection. The final track, "Concerto pastorale in F Major: VI. Passacaglia," concludes the album on a solemn and introspective note.

"Pastorale - Musik und Texte" is not just a collection of beautiful music; it's a journey through the sounds and stories of the Baroque and classical periods, as seen through the eyes of Dorothee Oberlinger. Her playing is expressive and dynamic, making this album a standout in her discography and a treasure for any classical music enthusiast.