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Klangraum Kloster Maulbronn: Bach Meets Vivaldi (Live)

2/16/2018, 18 Tracks, 1:07:10

Featuring

  • Julia Schröder
  • Birgit Schnurpfeil
  • Matthias Hummel
  • Daniela Gubatz
  • Lautten Compagney
  • Johann Sebastian Bach
  • Antonio Vivaldi

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Composition History

In 1711, Antonio Vivaldi published 'L'Estro Armonico' ('The Harmonic Inspiration'), a cycle of 12 concertos for violins and string orchestra, two of which are featured on this album.

Source: Booklet

Composer Biography

Johann Sebastian Bach began studying concertos by composers like Antonio Vivaldi around 1713 and arranged some for organ and harpsichord.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

The Lautten Compagney Berlin, led by Wolfgang Katschner, is one of Germany's most renowned Baroque ensembles, known for its innovative concepts and infectious joy in performing.

Source: Booklet

Composer's Artistic Vision

Antonio Vivaldi was an early master of the concerto form and a driving force in its development.

Source: Booklet

Compositional Technique

Early concertos, like those on this album, were originally intended for large instrumental ensembles rather than soloists, with the principal violin soon demanding special tasks.

Source: Booklet

Composer Biography

Johann Sebastian Bach's son, Carl Philipp Emanuel, reported that Bach could play the violin 'cleanly and penetratingly' well into old age.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

This album was recorded live at the UNESCO World Heritage Maulbronn Monastery, chosen for its ideal atmosphere and unique acoustics.

Source: Booklet

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