Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Michala Petri's "The Art of the Recorder," a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of classical chamber music. Released on January 1, 2007, under the prestigious Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album showcases Petri's virtuosity and versatility as she explores a diverse range of compositions for the recorder.
Spanning over two and a half hours, this extensive collection features works by renowned composers such as Vivaldi, Telemann, Handel, and more. The album is a testament to Petri's technical prowess and expressive depth, as she navigates through a variety of moods and styles, from the lively and energetic to the tender and contemplative.
Highlights include the intricate and playful "Flautino Concerto In C, RV 443" by Vivaldi, the elegant and refined "Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings and Continuo in C major, TWV 51:c1" by Telemann, and the dramatic and impassioned "Oboe Concerto in D minor" arranged for recorder. Each piece is a masterclass in musical storytelling, demonstrating Petri's ability to bring out the unique character and charm of the recorder.
"The Art of the Recorder" is not just an album; it's an exploration of the recorder's potential, showcasing its range and expressiveness in a variety of contexts. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Flautino Concerto In C, RV 443: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Flautino Concerto In C, RV 443: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Flautino Concerto In C, RV 443: 3. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Descant Recorder, Strings, and Continuo in F: 1. AllegroGiovanni Battista Sammartini, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Descant Recorder, Strings, and Continuo in F: 2. SicilianoGiovanni Battista Sammartini, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Descant Recorder, Strings, and Continuo in F: 3. Allegro assaiGiovanni Battista Sammartini, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings and Continuo in C major, TWV 51:c1: 1. AllegrettoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings and Continuo in C major, TWV 51:c1: 2. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings and Continuo in C major, TWV 51:c1: 3. AndanteGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings and Continuo in C major, TWV 51:c1: 4. Tempo di MinuetGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings, and Continuo in F major, HWV 369: 1. Larghetto - AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Treble Recorder, Strings, and Continuo in F major, HWV 369: 2. Alla siciliana - PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Recorder Concerto in C, Op. 3, No. 1: 1. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in C, Op. 3, No. 1: 2. AdagioWilliam Babell, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in C, Op. 3, No. 1: 3. AllegroWilliam Babell, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in B flat, Op. 4, No. 6 HWV 294 - Arr. from Organ Concerto No. 6, HWV 294: 1. Andante allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Graham Sheen, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in B flat, Op. 4, No. 6 HWV 294 - Arr. from Organ Concerto No. 6, HWV 294: 2. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Graham Sheen, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in B flat, Op. 4, No. 6 HWV 294 - Arr. from Organ Concerto No. 6, HWV 294: 3. Allegro moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Graham Sheen, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto No. 2 in D: 1. AllegroJohn Baston, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto No. 2 in D: 2. AdagioJohn Baston, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto No. 2 in D: 3. PrestoJohn Baston, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 1. Prelude (Adagio ma poco con moto)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 2. English Dance (Allegro molto)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 3. Lament (Adagio espressivo)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 4. Burlesca alla rumba (Allegro gioioso)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 5. Pavane (Adagio)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 6. Introduction and Cadenza (Andante sostenuto)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Suite for Recorder and Strings: 7. Tarantella (Presto con fuoco)Gordon Jacob, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Oboe Concerto in D minor: Arr. Recorder: 1. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Oboe Concerto in D minor: Arr. Recorder: 2. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Oboe Concerto in D minor: Arr. Recorder: 3. PrestoAlessandro Marcello, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Flautino Concerto in C, R.444: 1. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Flautino Concerto in C, R.444: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Flautino Concerto in C, R.444: 3. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Continuo in F: 1. AffettuosoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Continuo in F: 2. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Continuo in F: 3. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Concerto for Recorder, Strings and Continuo in F: 4. Menuet I-IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in G, Op. 17, No. 5: 1. AllegroJacques-Christoph Naudot, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in G, Op. 17, No. 5: 2. AdagioJacques-Christoph Naudot, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Concerto in G, Op. 17, No. 5: 3. AllegroJacques-Christoph Naudot, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Kenneth Sillito
Recorder Sonata in G minor, RV 58 (Il pastor fido, Op. 13/6): 1. Vivace - AdagioNicolas Chédeville, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Recorder Sonata in G minor, RV 58 (Il pastor fido, Op. 13/6): 2. Alla breve (Fuga da capella)Nicolas Chédeville, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Recorder Sonata in G minor, RV 58 (Il pastor fido, Op. 13/6): 3. LargoNicolas Chédeville, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Recorder Sonata in G minor, RV 58 (Il pastor fido, Op. 13/6): 4. Allegro ma non prestoNicolas Chédeville, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Sonata in C, Op. 5, No. 9: 1. Preludio (Largo)Arcangelo Corelli, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Sonata in C, Op. 5, No. 9: 2. Giga (Allegro)Arcangelo Corelli, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Sonata in C, Op. 5, No. 9: 3. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Sonata in C, Op. 5, No. 9: 4. Tempo di Gavotta (Allegro)Arcangelo Corelli, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
Sonata for Recorder and Continuo in A minor: 1. AdagioDiogenio Bigaglia, Michala Petri, George Malcolm
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