Lucie Horsch, a renowned recorder virtuoso, presents "The Frans Brüggen Project," a captivating exploration of medieval music set for release on November 8, 2024, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album is a testament to Horsch's artistry and her dedication to the recorder, an instrument that often takes a backseat in classical music.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the lively "Gypsy Rondo" by Haydn to the serene "Air" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3. Horsch's interpretations are both sensitive and dynamic, showcasing the recorder's versatility and expressive potential. The tracks span various moods and tempos, from the playful "Bull Finch" and "Canary Bird" in "The Bird Fancyer's Delight" to the more introspective pieces like the "Adagio" from Handel's Oboe Concerto in D Minor, performed on the recorder.
Horsch's collaboration with arrangers Brüggen and Horsch brings a fresh perspective to well-known works, such as Bach's Keyboard Concerto No. 2, which has been skillfully adapted for recorder and orchestra. The album also includes lesser-known gems like the "Fantasia No. 3" by Telemann and the "Sonata for Flute and Violin" by Verrio, performed on the recorder.
With a duration of 66 minutes, "The Frans Brüggen Project" is a rich tapestry of medieval music, expertly woven by Lucie Horsch. Her technical prowess and musical insight make this album a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the recorder's enchanting sound.
Piano Trio in G Major, Hob. XV:25 "Gypsy Rondo": III. Rondo all'Ongarese. Presto (Arr. Farrington for Recorder, Violin, Cello & Harpsichord)Joseph Haydn, Lucie Horsch, Rachel Podger, Albert Brüggen, Tom Foster
Concerto grosso No. 8 in G Minor, Op. 6/8 "Christmas Concerto": V. Allegro (Performed on Recorder)Arcangelo Corelli, Lucie Horsch, Orchestra Of The 18th Century
Oboe Concerto in D Minor, S. Z799: II. Adagio (Performed on Recorder)Alessandro Marcello, Lucie Horsch, Orchestra Of The 18th Century
Keyboard Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1053 (Arr. Brüggen/Horsch for Recorder & Orchestra): I. [Allegro]Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucie Horsch, Orchestra Of The 18th Century
Keyboard Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1053 (Arr. Brüggen/Horsch for Recorder & Orchestra): II. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucie Horsch, Orchestra Of The 18th Century
Keyboard Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1053 (Arr. Brüggen/Horsch for Recorder & Orchestra): III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Lucie Horsch, Orchestra Of The 18th Century
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air (Performed on Recorder)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucie Horsch, Rachel Podger, Esther Van Der Eijk, Albert Brüggen, Tom Foster
Partita No. 3 for Solo Violin in E Major, BWV 1006: VI. Gigue (Arr. Brüggen/Horsch for Recorder)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucie Horsch
Trio Sonata in A Minor, TWV 42:a4: I. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Lucie Horsch, Rachel Podger, Albert Brüggen, Tom Foster
Trio Sonata in A Minor, TWV 42:a4: IV. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Lucie Horsch, Rachel Podger, Albert Brüggen, Tom Foster
Fantasia No. 3 in B Minor, TWV 40:4: I. Largo – Vivace – Largo – VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Lucie Horsch
Fantasia No. 3 in B Minor, TWV 40:4: II. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Lucie Horsch
Der Fluyten Lust-hof, Vol. 2: BoffonsJacob van Eyck, Lucie Horsch
L'art de préluder, Op. 7, Pt. 5: Prelude No. 3 in G Minor. RondementJacques Martin Hotteterre, Lucie Horsch
L'art de préluder, Op. 7, Pt. 5: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor. GayJacques Martin Hotteterre, Lucie Horsch
Sonata for Flute and Violin, Op. 51 No. 2: IV. Gigha (Performed on Recorder)Joseph Bodin de Boismortier, Lucie Horsch, Rachel Podger
Concert royaux, Quatrième concert in E Minor: V. Sarabande. Très tendrementFrançois Couperin, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
Concert royaux, Quatrième concert in E Minor: VI. Rigaudon. Légèrement, et marquéFrançois Couperin, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
Concert royaux, Quatrième concert in E Minor: VII. Forlane en rondeau. GaiementFrançois Couperin, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
Il pastor fido, Sonata No. 6 in G Minor (Formerly Attrib. Vivaldi as RV 58): IV. Allegro ma non prestoNicolas Chédeville, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
The Bird Fancyer's Delight: Bull Finch in F MajorJohn Walsh, Lucie Horsch
The Bird Fancyer's Delight: Canary Bird in C MinorJohn Walsh, Lucie Horsch
The Bird Fancyer's Delight: Linnet in C MajorJohn Walsh, Lucie Horsch
Recorder Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/11, HWV 369: I. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
Recorder Sonata in F Major, Op. 1/11, HWV 369: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucie Horsch, Tom Foster
Der Fluyten Lust-Hof, Vol. 1: Derde DaphneJacob van Eyck, Lucie Horsch
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