Some musicologists question Wilhelmine von Bayreuth's authorship of her harpsichord concerto, attributing it to Johann Gotthilf Jänichen after discovering new autograph versions.
Historical Context
Wilhelmine von Bayreuth and her brother Frederick (the future King Frederick the Great) endured a harsh upbringing under their despotic father, King Frederick William I of Prussia, who disapproved of their artistic talents.
Composition History
Johann Pfeiffer, one of the most influential musicians at Wilhelmine von Bayreuth's court, served as concertmaster and also taught her composition.
Compositional Technique
Bernhard Joachim Hagen, a lutenist and violinist at Wilhelmine von Bayreuth's court, is regarded as one of the most important Baroque lute composers, blending galant style, Empfindsamkeit, and Sturm und Drang.
Performer Biography
Peter Spissky, the musical director of Camerata Øresund, has been concertmaster of Concerto Copenhagen, one of Europe's leading Baroque orchestras, since 1999.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Wilhelmine von Bayreuth's opera Argenore, where six of seven characters die, can be seen as an autobiographical reflection on her unhappy childhood.
Performer Biography
Dohyo Sol, a specialist in lute and early plucked instruments, is considered one of Sweden's most successful in his field, performing with renowned ensembles across Europe.
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