This album was recorded in 24-bit digital format in 2017 by Tactus s.a.s. and features cover art by Pompeo Mariani.
Interpretation
Claudio Ortensi and Anna Pasetti have collaborated since 2011, focusing their research on highlighting and re-proposing Italian repertoire from the 18th century to contemporary music.
Historical Context
Many 19th-century composers created a large body of chamber music for private musical evenings, known as 'accademie,' held in the drawing-rooms of the urban elite.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The music on this album reflects a 19th-century 'drawing-room taste' characterized by melodic sentimentalism, arpeggio swirls, and octave scales, often performed by skilled amateurs.
Performer Biography
Anna Pasetti, the harpist, has won numerous awards, participated in international festivals, and is a musicologist who directs the 'Magadis' series for Ut Orpheus Edizioni.
Performer Biography
Claudio Ortensi, the flutist, has performed as a soloist and in chamber ensembles, and has taught transverse flute since 1976.
Historical Context
In the 19th century, successful operas led to widespread arrangements for various instruments, allowing amateur musicians to play popular melodies at home.
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