The recording features a violone by an unknown Bohemian maker from the 17th century and a harpsichord copy after Michael Mietke I (Berlin, ca. 1702-1704).
Compositional Technique
The Op.14 sonatas by Carlo Tessarini are less virtuosic than his other compositions in the same genre, making them suitable for performance on either violin or 'traversiere' flute.
Compositional Technique
The album includes three Partimenti by Fedele Fenaroli, a widespread musical form in 18th-century Italy often used for keyboard instruction in harmony, counterpoint, and composition.
Composition History
This album features the first-ever recording of Carlo Tessarini's Op.9 Trio Sonatas and his Op.2 Divertimenti.
Composer Biography
Tessarini discovered his music was being published without his permission in Holland and England, which prompted him to start printing his own editions of his works in 1729.
Composition History
Tessarini's Six Violin Sonatas Op.14 were dedicated to the ministers who met in Aix-la-Chapelle (Aachen) in 1748 to end the War of the Austrian Succession.
Composer Biography
Carlo Tessarini, a brilliant violinist, composer, and music publisher, lived a long and active life, with his professional engagements beginning in Venice.
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