Thomas Hecker has been the solo oboist of the Deutsche Symphonie-Orchester Berlin since 2009.
Interpretation
Thomas Hecker believes that both the Baroque and the 20th century were 'Golden Ages' for the oboe, with many wonderful works written for the instrument during these periods.
Instruments
The harpsichord used on this recording was made by Bruce Kennedy, based on an instrument by Christian Zell.
Recording & Production
This CD was recorded in the Jesus-Christus-Kirche (Dahlem), Berlin, which was chosen for its outstanding acoustics.
Interpretation
The album's program contrasts Baroque works with compositions from the second half of the 20th century, featuring music from Italy, Germany, France, and England.
Interpretation
Thomas Hecker chose to include a bassoon in the basso continuo for works by Antonio Vivaldi and Georg Philipp Telemann to support the harpsichord and clarify the canon in Vivaldi's sonata.
Performer Biography
Thomas Hecker, the oboist on this album, was a prize winner at the International Instrumental Competition in Markneukirchen and won the 2008 German Music Competition Prize.
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