The ensemble determined an orchestra size of 3-2-2-2-2 strings, 13 wind players, and many percussion instruments, reflecting the balance in Lumbye's time, which differs from modern symphony orchestras.
Performer Biography
Concerto Copenhagen, the orchestra on this recording, has explored music from the Baroque, Viennese Classical, and Early Romantic periods for over 30 years and is recognized internationally.
Performer Biography
Lars Ulrik Mortensen, the conductor, has been active for 25 years and has worked exclusively with period instruments and original performance practice for nearly 20 years.
Recording & Production
The recording was made in Dronningesalen, Den Sorte Diamant (The Black Diamond) in Copenhagen, between November 13-16, 2022.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Champagne! The Sound of Lumbye and His Idols," refers to Hans Christian Lumbye, a Danish military musician, and his inspirations, Johann Strauss I and Joseph Lanner.
Instruments
The recording features a variety of period wind and percussion instruments, including a "Rossini drum" from The Royal Theatre and a champagne cork 'pop' copied from Tivoli's old 'pop'.
Interpretation
The orchestra, Concerto Copenhagen, aims to recreate the sound of Danish popular music from the 1840s, a sound not heard for over 150 years.
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