Telemann introduced a subscription system in Hamburg, where he moved in 1721, allowing music enthusiasts and colleagues to pre-order his latest works against advance payment.
Composer Biography
Illustrious composers like Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, and Michel Blavet (a famous flautist and composer) were among Telemann's subscribers.
Composer Biography
Georg Philipp Telemann was one of the most prolific composers ever, writing over 3,600 works for nearly every imaginable instrumental combination.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Telemann used modern engraving techniques, advertised in newspapers, and collaborated with agents and booksellers across Europe to promote his subscription schemes.
Historical Context
The idea of music subscription, originating in England, spread across Europe due to innovations in music printing and a growing amateur music scene.
Composition History
Between 1728 and 1729, Telemann published the music periodical Der Getreue Music-Meister every other week, featuring music by himself and fellow composers like J.S. Bach.
Instruments
The recording features a variety of historical instruments, including violins by Antonio & Hieronymous Amati (ca. 1610-1620) and a harpsichord by Mackinnon & Waitzman (1997) after Pierre Donzelague (1711).
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