Johann Mattheson, Telemann's contemporary in Hamburg, frequently referred to Telemann's music in his books and treatises, emphasizing its exemplary qualities.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Telemann published his arias for "private use" (Privat-Gebrauch), offering music for domestic worship in the homes of the nobility and grand bourgeoisie.
Compositional Technique
Telemann adapted his arias for publication by arranging them for voice and basso continuo, sometimes involving cuts in instrumental introductions and interludes.
Performer Biography
Soprano Gudrun Sidonie Otto won first prize at the Rheinsberg Castle International Voice Competition in 2007.
Performer Biography
Karl Nyhlin, one of Scandinavia's leading lutenists, began his musical studies on violin, cello, and electric guitar before focusing on the lute.
Historical Context
Magdeburg's "Sunday Music" series, which focuses on Georg Philipp Telemann's chamber music, has been running since 1969.
Recording & Production
This album is a live recording from the 531st "Sunday Music" concert series in Magdeburg, Germany, held on September 6, 2015.
