The harpsichord used for this recording is a French harpsichord, built by C. Caponi in 1985, modeled after a Blanchet instrument from 1754.
Composition History
Gottfried Grünewald's 7 Partiten for harpsichord are his only surviving instrumental works; most of his other compositions, especially vocal works, are lost.
Composer Biography
Gottfried Grünewald was friends with Christoph Graupner, a fellow musician, and their paths crossed multiple times, eventually leading them to work together in Darmstadt for many years.
Composer Biography
Gottfried Grünewald learned to play the pantaleon, a large dulcimer-like instrument, while serving as court vice-Kapellmeister in Weissenfels.
Performer Biography
Fernando De Luca, the harpsichordist, founded 'La Sala del Cembalo del Caro Sassone' in 2006, which has become the largest source of recordings by a professional harpsichordist in the world.
Compositional Technique
The harpsichord Partiten by Gottfried Grünewald demonstrate a deep understanding of the instrument's technique and a refined compositional style.
Composer Biography
Gottfried Grünewald, the composer, was a versatile musician who performed as a bass singer in various operas and at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig.
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