Bach was a 'specialist in the art of recycling,' often reusing existing musical pieces, a practice known as 'parody' that was common and respected in his era.
Composer Biography
Bach and Telemann met regularly and held each other in high regard, according to Bach's son Carl Philipp Emanuel, who was also Telemann's godson.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Telemann was praised by his contemporaries for his ability to combine different national styles and popular genres to create a new 'mixed taste'.
Critical Reception
Despite his prolific output, Telemann fell into unjustified neglect after his death and was forgotten for almost two centuries until a reappraisal began in the 1950s.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded live in April 2019 at Les Dominicains, Guebwiller, France, a historical monument known for its exceptional acoustics.
Composer Biography
Georg Philipp Telemann is considered one of the most prolific composers in music history, having written several thousand sacred, secular, and instrumental works.
Composer Biography
Johann Sebastian Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann were close friends, with contacts similar to those between Joseph Haydn and Mozart.
