Anthony Bailes, the lutenist on this recording, initially studied guitar before developing a love for lute music and studying with Diana Poulton.
Performer Biography
Anthony Bailes' interpretations of 17th-century French and German lute music are highly esteemed and have received several awards.
Composer Biography
Charles Mouton, a lutenist featured on this album, never held an official position at the French court but moved in literary circles and played at social gatherings.
Compositional Technique
Jacques de Gallot's music, also featured on this album, makes frequent use of the major seventh chord, a characteristic that brings to mind modern jazz and bossa nova.
Instruments
The lute used for this recording was made by Gregori Ferdinand Wenger in Augsburg in 1722 and was restored in 2005 by Paul Thomson.
Historical Context
By the end of the 17th century, the lute's popularity had declined, with the harpsichord and guitar becoming the preferred instruments.
Recording & Production
The lute used for this recording is strung entirely with gut strings, none of which are overwound, which may result in more audible extraneous noise due to friction.
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