Luigi Boccherini, born in Lucca, Italy, moved to Spain in 1768 and remained there for the rest of his life, becoming one of the most popular Hispanic composers of his time.
Historical Context
During the 18th century, Boccherini's music achieved surprisingly swift and universal circulation across Europe and even to the Indonesian archipelago, despite slow communications.
Composition History
Many of Boccherini's works, including those on this album, are transcriptions of his trios, quartets, and quintets, adapted for violin and keyboard by himself or his contemporaries.
Cultural Impact
Boccherini's immense fame was partly due to major publishers like Artaria and Hummel, who recognized his works as a significant source of income in a competitive market.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Boccherini's music was considered personal, unexpected, and radical, standing apart from the dominant Viennese style of Mozart and Haydn.
Interpretation
The performers on this recording, Emilio Moreno and Aarón Zapico, transcribed and adapted some of Boccherini's works themselves, inspired by the composer's contemporaries.
Compositional Technique
Boccherini frequently adapted and transformed his own works for different instrumental combinations, a common practice among 18th-century composers like Mozart and Haydn.
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