Capella Rediviva's size for this recording matches the Swedish Royal Court orchestra "Hovkapellet" at the end of the 17th century, and they use period instruments.
Historical Context
The works on this recording were preserved in the "Düben collection," a unique collection of musical works bequeathed to Uppsala University Library in 1732 by Anders von Düben, son of Gustaf Düben the Elder.
Composer Biography
Christian Geist, the composer, began his musical career as a "Kapellknabe" in the Ducal Chapel of Gustav Adolf of Glistrow.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Christian Geist's compositional style is described as daring, harmonically advanced, and rhythmically surprising, with strong Italian influences.
Performer Biography
Capella Rediviva, the instrumentalists and singers on this album, are dedicated to performing Swedish and North European baroque music.
Composer Biography
Christian Geist worked as an unofficial composer for the Swedish Royal Court, writing works to demonstrate Sweden's new role as a Main Power of Europe.
You might also enjoy...
Macdonald, A.: Violin Concerto / Eckhardt-Gramatte: Bassoon Concerto / Matthews, M.: Between the Wings of the Earth
