This album showcases chamber music from the dawn of the classical movement, which emerged in Europe after 1750, succeeding the Baroque period.
Recording & Production
This recording was made at the Protestant Temple of St Martin de Ré from October 2 to 4, 2021, featuring a harpsichord by Patrick Chevalier (1989), a copy of Guillaume Hemsch (1754).
Composer's Artistic Vision
During this period, composers created the 'galant style' in music, exchanging a universal language from Bohemia, Austria, and Germany, moving beyond solely Italian influence.
Compositional Technique
The pieces on this album for 'harpsichord with violin accompaniment' feature a new style with a balanced and courteous dialogue between the instruments, moving away from the basso continuo.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composers of this era aimed for accuracy of movement and melody in sonatas, while still conveying tenderness, brilliance, or passion, respecting the composer's intentions.
Performer Biography
Daniel Cuiller, the violinist, has directed Stradivaria, the Nantes Baroque Ensemble, since its creation in 1987, and has made about thirty recordings on early instruments.
Performer Biography
Jocelyne Cuiller, the harpsichordist, perpetuates the tradition of her teachers, Samson François and Huguette Dreyfus, in piano and harpsichord.
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