François Couperin: Pieces De Clavecin Ordre I.~II. - József Gát (harpsichord) / Qualiton LP Stereo, Mono

LPX 11316

Product Features

• Label: Qualiton – LPX 11316
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo, Mono
• Country: Hungary
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque

Overview

Experience the elegance and refinement of Baroque music with François Couperin's "Pieces De Clavecin Ordre I.~II.," performed by the esteemed harpsichordist József Gát. This Qualiton LP captures the intricate beauty of Couperin's compositions, meticulously brought to life by Gát's expert touch on the harpsichord. This album is a treasure for classical music lovers and vinyl collectors, showcasing the rich textures and expressive nuances of Baroque keyboard music.

Interesting Facts

• Composer Highlight: François Couperin, often referred to as "Couperin le Grand," was a prominent French Baroque composer known for his harpsichord music, blending French and Italian styles.
• Performer Excellence: József Gát was a renowned Hungarian harpsichordist and musicologist, celebrated for his interpretations of early keyboard music and his contributions to the study of performance practice.
• Historical Context: Couperin's "Ordres" are collections of short pieces, each with evocative titles, reflecting the Baroque era's fascination with character and dance music.
• Educational Value: The detailed liner notes by József Gát provide valuable insights into the historical and musical context of Couperin's works, making this album an excellent resource for students and enthusiasts of Baroque music.

Track Listing

Premièr Ordre (In G Minor) (28:01)

Side A:

1. L’Auguste (Allemande) - A Fenséges
2. Première Courante
3. Seconde Courante
4. La Majestueuse, Sarabande – Méltóságteljes
5. Gavotte
6. La Milordine (Gigue) – Az Úrnő
7. Menuet
8. Les Sylvains (Rondeau) – Erdei Tündérek
9. Les Abeilles (Rondeau) – Méhek
10. La Nanète
11. Les Sentiments (Sarabande) – Az Érzelmek
12. La Pastorelle – Pásztorlányka
13. Les Nonètes (Les Blondes, Les Brunes) – Apácanövendékek (Szőkék, Barnák)
14. La Bourdonnoise (Gavotte)
15. La Manon
16. L’Enchanteresse (Rondeau) – Az Elbüvölő
17. La Fleurie Ou La Tendre Nanette – A Virágos Vagy Gyengéd Nanette
18. Les Plaisirs De Saint-Germain-En-Laye – Saint-Germain-En-Laye Gyönyörei

Deuxième Ordre (In D Minor) (32:34)

Side B:

1. La Laborieuse (Allemande) – A Dolgos Lány
2. Première Courante
3. Seconde Courante
4. La Prude (Sarabande) – A Szemérmes
5. L'Antonine
6. Gavote
7. Menuet
8. Les Canaries – (Gyors Tánc)
9. Passepied
10. Rigaudon
11. La Charoloise
12. La Diane
13. La Terpsicore
14. La Florentine – Firenzei Lány
15. La Garnier
16. La Babet
17. Les Idées Heureuses – Boldog Ábrándok
18. La Mimi
19. La Diligente – A Szorgalmas
20. La Flateuse – A Hízelgő
21. La Voluptueuse – Az Érzéki
22. Les Papillons – A Pillangók

Key Credits

• Composed By: François Couperin
• Harpsichord: József Gát
• Design [Cover design]: Endre Bánó
• Engineer [Recording engineer]: Judit Lukács
• Producer [Musical producer]: Dóra Antal
• Liner Notes: József Gát

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