Embark on a captivating journey through time and musical styles with Lautten Compagney's latest release, "Time Zones." This exquisite collection of chamber music, released on November 6, 2020, under the Deutsche Harmonia Mundi label, showcases the ensemble's virtuosity and versatility. Spanning a rich hour and ten minutes, the album is a testament to the group's ability to seamlessly blend Baroque and contemporary influences.
"Time Zones" is a diverse compilation that includes works originally composed for various instruments, all masterfully arranged for a Baroque ensemble. The tracklist features pieces by renowned composers such as Erik Satie, Claude Debussy, and Paul Dukas, alongside works by lesser-known but equally talented musicians. The album opens with a lively Canzon ad imitationem Bergamasca and closes with the serene Laudate Dominum in sanctis, offering a broad spectrum of musical emotions and styles.
Lautten Compagney's interpretation of these pieces is both authentic and innovative, bringing a fresh perspective to well-known works while introducing listeners to hidden gems. The ensemble's impeccable technique and expressive playing make this album a delightful exploration of musical time zones, from the intricate dances of the Ludi musici to the contemplative beauty of the Pièces Froides. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Time Zones" promises an engaging and enriching listening experience.
(P) 2020 Deutschland Radio/Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH
Tracks
Canzon ad imitationem Bergamasca, SSWV 64Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Pièces Froides: I. Airs à faire fuir, No. 1, D'une manière très particulière (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Pièces Froides: I. Airs à faire fuir, No. 2, Modestement (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Cantiones sacrae: No. 1: Herr, wie lang wiltu mein sogar vergessen, SSWV 1Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Pièces Froides: I. Airs à faire fuir, No. 3, S'inviter (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Ludi musici I, No. 23: Courant, SSWV 61Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Ludi musici I, No. 24: Gaillard, SSWV 62Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Ludi musici I, No. 9: Courant Dolorosa, SSWV 47Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Ludi musici I, No. 11: Courant, SSWV 49Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Gymnopédie No. 3: Lent et grave (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Ludi musici I, No. 17: Courant, SSWV 55Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney
Avant-dernières pensées: I. Idylle, à Debussy (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Avant-dernières pensées: II. Aubade, à Paul Dukas (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Avant-dernières pensées: III. Méditation, à Albert Roussel (arr. for baroque ensemble)Erik Satie, Lautten Compagney
Symphonie aus dem C, No. 9, SSWV 379Samuel Scheidt, Lautten Compagney