Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Baroque and early classical music with David Munrow's captivating album, "Telemann: Suite in A Minor - Sammartini & Handel: Recorder Concertos." Released on April 10, 2024, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Munrow's virtuosity on the recorder and his profound musicality.
The album features a stunning collection of works by three of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque era: Georg Philipp Telemann, Giovanni Battista Sammartini, and George Frideric Handel. The centerpiece of the album is Telemann's Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, a work that showcases Munrow's technical brilliance and expressive depth. The suite is a journey through various dance movements, each one more enchanting than the last.
In addition to Telemann's suite, the album also includes Sammartini's Recorder Concerto in F Major and Handel's Recorder Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6. These concertos are masterpieces of the Baroque concerto form, and Munrow's performances are nothing short of breathtaking. The Academy of St Martin in the Fields, conducted by the legendary Sir Neville Marriner, provides impeccable support, bringing out the rich harmonies and intricate counterpoint of these works.
The album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Baroque music and the recorder, an instrument that has been largely overlooked in modern times. Munrow's performances are a reminder of the recorder's rich history and its potential for expressive power. The album is a must-listen for anyone interested in Baroque music, the recorder, or simply looking for a beautiful and engaging listening experience.
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: I. OuvertureGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: II. Les plaisirsGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: III. Air à l'italienGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: IV. Menuets I & IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: V. RéjouissanceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: VI. Passepieds I & IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite for Recorder and Strings in A Minor, TWV 55:a2: VII. PolonaiseGeorg Philipp Telemann, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Sammartini: Recorder Concerto in F Major: I. AllegroGiuseppe Sammartini, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Sammartini: Recorder Concerto in F Major: II. —Giuseppe Sammartini, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Sammartini: Recorder Concerto in F Major: III. Allegro assaiGiuseppe Sammartini, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Handel: Recorder Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: I. Andante - Allegro (Arr. Hogwood After Organ Concerto)George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Handel: Recorder Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: II. Larghetto (Arr. Hogwood After Organ Concerto)George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Handel: Recorder Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: III. Allegro moderato (Arr. Hogwood After Organ Concerto)George Frideric Handel, Sir Neville Marriner, David Munrow, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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