Alison Luthmers, a Canadian-American Baroque violinist, is a founding member of the Bellevue String Quartet, Scandinavia's only full-time period instrument quartet.
Interpretation
Alison Luthmers, the performer, took liberties with the Assaggi, adding cadenzas, repeats, or da capos, especially in pieces that felt compositionally unfinished.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Roman's extensive contribution to 18th-century Swedish musical life was a product of his exposure to many different musical styles and cultures during his travels.
Recording & Production
The recording sessions took place in Garnisons Kirke in central Copenhagen, chosen for its beautiful acoustics that are both resonant and detailed.
Composer Biography
Johan Helmich Roman, known as 'the father of Swedish music' and 'The Swedish Handel', spent six years in London playing in Handel's orchestra at the King's Theatre.
Composition History
The 'Assaggi' are the only musical works in existence with this title, which translates to 'sample', 'essay', 'experiment', or 'study'.
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