Johann Sebastian Bach's Trio Sonata in C minor from The Musical Offering was composed after King Frederick the Great challenged Bach to improvise on a theme, leading to a commission for a great composition.
Performer Biography
Flutist Barbara Kortmann's love for the flute and desire to become a musician were awakened by hearing Sir James Galway perform Vivaldi concertos as a child.
Performer Biography
Barbara Kortmann, the flutist on this album, made her American debut at Carnegie Hall in 2013 and has won several international competitions, including the 'Rising Star Award' at the International Sir James Galway Flute Festival 2016.
Composition History
Antonio Vivaldi, a composer featured on this album, was likely one of the first composers to write flute concertos, with his Op. 10 collection being notable examples.
Album & Artwork
The album title "Inner Lights" represents the inner forces of being alive, accompanying moments of joy, guiding through uncertainty, and helping maintain inner clarity.
Interpretation
Barbara Kortmann, the flutist, arranged two Handel arias, 'Meine Seele hört im Sehen' and 'Süße Stille, sanfte Quelle', for flute, violin, and basso continuo for this album.
Historical Context
The flute is one of the world's oldest instruments, present across all times and cultures, with its name derived from the Latin words for 'breath' and 'to blow'.
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