The pieces on this album were specially commissioned by Ada Witczyk, the violinist, from former winners of the Růžičková Composition Competition.
Album & Artwork
The album "NEW BAROQUE" features contemporary music that explores the creative possibilities of the Baroque violin.
Interpretation
Ada Witczyk, the performer, uses the unique qualities of gut strings, including their roughness and lower tension, to achieve a wide range of colors in her interpretations.
Performer Biography
Ada Witczyk performs on both modern and Baroque violins, and has played with renowned ensembles such as the Gabrieli Consort and The English Concert.
Instruments
For this recording, Ada Witczyk plays a violin made by Nicolas Augustin Chappuy in Paris around 1770.
Performer Biography
Ada Witczyk is an international prize-winning violinist who has performed at prestigious venues like Buckingham Palace and the Royal Albert Hall.
Recording & Production
The album's tracks were recorded at two different churches in London: St Silas Church in Chalk Farm and St Peter's Church in Belsize Park.
