Accademia Daniel, the ensemble on this recording, was founded in 1995 by leading Israeli musicians and specializes in early music on historical instruments.
Compositional Technique
Graupner's instrumental works often prioritize the overall sound and ensemble playing, rather than showcasing solo virtuosity with extensive passage-work.
Composer Biography
Christoph Graupner, the composer, was born in 1783, placing him in the same generation as Telemann, Bach, and Handel.
Composition History
Graupner began composing instrumental music later in his career, around 1729, likely to replenish the court's music library after a flautist absconded with many scores.
Composition History
Graupner's employment contract from 1709 required him to direct and compose music for both church and secular settings, including chamber and opera music.
Composition History
Graupner was offered the prestigious position of Thomaskantor in Leipzig in 1723, a role later filled by J.S. Bach, but his patron, Landgrave Ernst Ludwig, refused to release him.
Compositional Technique
The composer's table music suites, titled "Entrata per la Musica di Tavola," often include descriptive movements with French or Italian titles, suggesting theatrical origins.
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