The solo concerto emerged in Northern Italy in the first quarter of the 18th century and rapidly became popular across Europe. The five works here demonstrate how concertos for the flute differ in Germany, Italy, and France. Outer movements usually retain the virtuosic elements that characterize the concertos of Vivaldi, but the Frenchman Michel Blavet infiltrates an exquisite Gavotte into his work, while Telemanns superb melodies and rich harmonies are characteristic features of his Flute Concerto in D major. All five works exemplify the Baroque ideal of singing lyricism and passionate expression. Barthold Kuijken is an eminent leader in the field of early music. A virtuoso traverse soloist, teacher and conductor, he has shaped the fields of historical flutes and historically informed performance over the last 40 years. His book, The Notation is Not the Music, is an artful summary of his research, ideas, and reflections on music.

Tracklist:

Flute Concerto In D Minor, Rv 431a "Il Gran Mogol": I. Allegro Non Molto
Flute Concerto In D Minor, Rv 431a "Il Gran Mogol": II. Larghetto
Flute Concerto In D Minor, Rv 431a "Il Gran Mogol": III. Allegro
Flute Concerto In G Major, P. 33: I. Spiritoso
Flute Concerto In G Major, P. 33: II. Adagio
Flute Concerto In G Major, P. 33: III. Allegro Spiritoso
Flute Concerto In C Major, Op. 7 No. 3: I. Allegro
Flute Concerto In C Major, Op. 7 No. 3: II. Adagio
Flute Concerto In C Major, Op. 7 No. 3: III. Allegro Assai
Flute Concerto In A Minor: I. Allegro
Flute Concerto In A Minor: II. Gavottes I & II
Flute Concerto In A Minor: III. Allegro
Flute Concerto In D Major, Twv 51:D1: I. Andante
Flute Concerto In D Major, Twv 51:D1: II. Vivace
Flute Concerto In D Major, Twv 51:D1: III. Largo
Flute Concerto In D Major, Twv 51:D1: IV. Allegro

UPC: 747313389971
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 6.14.19
Format: CD

Grand Mogul / Various - Grand Mogul (CD)