BL!NDMAN, founded by saxophonist Eric Sleichim, initially focused on contemporary repertoire but later explored early classical music, including successful Bach arrangements.
Composer's Artistic Vision
George Frideric Handel, unlike his contemporary J.S. Bach, was more influenced by the Italian tradition and aimed to please his audience with his music.
Historical Context
The subject of Rebel's suite, Les Elémens, reflects 17th and 18th-century beliefs that the four elements resonated with four 'temperaments' derived from bodily fluids.
Compositional Technique
Jean-Féry Rebel's orchestral suite Les Elémens illustrates how earth, water, air, and fire emerge from universal chaos to create a new, harmonious order.
Composition History
Handel's Music for the Royal Fireworks was first performed outdoors in London during a grand fireworks display celebrating the Treaty of Aachen in 1749.
Interpretation
The orchestral works on this album are arranged for saxophone quintet and church organ, with the organ's rich registers allowing all parts to be played.
Composition History
Handel's Water Music was composed to accompany a boat trip on the Thames by King George I, who was accompanied by an orchestra of 50 musicians.
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