Jean-Marie Leclair: Violin Concertos, Volume 2

UPC 095115056424 

Total Playtime 65:23

Product Features:

• Artist: Jean-Marie Leclair
• Ensemble: Collegium Musicum 90
• Conductor: Simon Standage
• Soloist: Rachel Brown (flute)
• Genre: Classical Music, Baroque
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Chandos Records
• Release Date: 1994

Overview:

This CD features performances of four violin concertos and one flute concerto by French composer Jean-Marie Leclair (1697-1764). Leclair was a leading violinist and composer of the early 18th century, and his music is known for its elegance, virtuosity, and expressiveness.

The performances on this CD are by the Collegium Musicum 90, a period-instrument ensemble led by conductor Simon Standage. Soloist Rachel Brown is a renowned flutist who has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras.

The CD includes liner notes with information about Leclair's life and music, as well as the specific works performed on the CD.

Interesting Facts:

• Leclair was one of the first composers to write concertos specifically for the violin.
• His music was influenced by the Italian Baroque style, but he also developed his own unique sound.
• Leclair's music was popular in his lifetime, but it was largely forgotten after his death.
• In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in Leclair's music, and he is now considered one of the most important composers of the early 18th century.

Track Listing:

1. Concerto Op. 7 No. 4 in F major
   • I. Allegro moderato
   • II. Adagio
   • III. Allegro
2. Concerto Op. 10 No. 2 in A major
   • I. Allegro ma non troppo - Adagio - A tempo
   • II. Adagio
   • III. Allegro ma non troppo
3. Flute Concerto Op. 7 No. 3 in C major
   • I. Allegro
   • II. Adagio
   • III. Allegro assai
4. Concerto Op. 7 No. 6 in A major
   • I. Allegro ma non presto
   • II. Aria. Grazioso non troppo adagio
   • III. Giga. Allegro