Konzerte für Trompete und Corno da Caccia

Erik Bosgraaf is one of the foremost and most adventurous recorder players of today. His modest instrument, the recorder, is for him an inexhaustible source of inspiration and boundless possibilities. He improvises, plays jazz, uses electronics and likes to work with artists outside the box. For him there is no difference between early and contemporary music: “Early music is always new”. The sense of discovery permeates all his recordings of works by Telemann, of which he already released 4 albums for Brilliant Classics. This new recording presents Telemann’s sonatas for recorder, violin and B.C. Played by violinist Dmitry Sinkovsky, cellist Balazs Mate and harpsichord Alexandra Koreneva and the inimitable Erik Bosgraaf on recorder. The present recording includes all five surviving trio sonatas for recorder, violin and basso continuo by Georg Philipp Telemann. As an encore, there is a charming duet for recorder and violin Telemann published in 1728-29 in his music periodical Der getreue Music-Meister. There is also a duet for these two instruments hidden in the Trio Sonata in A minor (TWV 42:a1) which has no basso continuo in the trio section of the final menuet.

Hungarian trumpeter Tam�s P�lfalvi's debut CD presents an intriguing blend of the old and new with creative transcriptions of Baroque and Classical era concertos, along with rarely recorded modern pieces by Mauricio Kagel, Gy�rgy Ligeti and more. P�lfalvi's impressive handling of his trumpet and his daring choices for his debut release make this a promising debut and his gift one to watch and listen for.

Ludwig Guttler, (b. 1943) is a world-renowned German trumpet virtuoso, specializing in the Baroque trumpet, piccolo trumpet, and corno da caccia. In addition to his extensive performing career, he has also established himself as a conductor, founding multiple ensembles such as the Virtuosi Saxoniae chamber ensemble. This new release is a limited edition box set, and includes an impressive 20 discs as well as an autograph and personal message from Guttler, and an interview included in the CD booklet. The repertoire chosen for this set aims to show the broadest overview of Guttler’s extensive career, and includes pieces ranging from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Guttler says of this project, “The size of this series of 20 CDs fills me with pride. That said, the edition comprises just a selection of the recordings we have made in the studio and at concerts over the years.”

Discover Vivaldi includes this composer’s most memorable tunes which gave him the nickname of “tunesmith” of the Baroque era. Selections include Four Seasons, Concerto “alla rustica,” Trio Sonatas, and more.; The Discover Series from Berlin Classic aims to make classics popular, firing people up about the music presented, regardless of musical taste.; Rather than focusing on complete works, this series focuses on individual pieces that have rewritten our musical history.

Precious Baroque

Guttler, Ludwig: Trumpet & More

An Opera Evening with Hannelore Kuhse

Arias from Berlin's Operatic History

BACH HIGHLIGHTS

The large-scale Bach Organ Landscapes project featuring J.S. Bach's entire organ oeuvre recorded on a range of instruments aims to provide an overview of organ-playing and organ-building traditions that were key to Bach's composing. With a keen eye to the unique cultural organ legacy of the places associated with Bach, Halubek has placed Bach's original sound at the heart of his project. The recordings are accompanied by digital material that offer an almost tactile access to the great composer's sound universe.

Marais, Pettersen & Vivaldi: The Norwegian Seasons

The Zurich Chamber Singers are proud to announce their latest album, a collaboration with acclaimed composer Paul Mealor on a unique and special project. Mealor has composed 14 short pieces inspired by the travels of Margery Kempe, the author of one of the earliest known autobiographies in English literature, "The Book of Margery Kempe." This album brings to life Kempe's extensive pilgrimages to holy sites like Jerusalem, Rome, Santiago de Compostela, and Canterbury, capturing her profound spiritual experiences. Through this innovative musical journey, the Zurich Chamber Singers illuminate the remarkable legacy of Margery Kempe.

Concerto Copenhagen, the renowned baroque ensemble, is set to release their third album on Berlin Classics, featuring a fresh exploration of Haydn symphonies. The album highlights Haydn's Symphonies No. 47 "Palindrome," No. 44 "Trauer," and No. 43 "Merkur." Known for their innovative interpretations, Concerto Copenhagen brings a new spirit to these classical masterpieces. Haydn, who composed 140 symphonies throughout his life, played a pivotal role in shaping the classical music form and style, influencing giants like Mozart and Beethoven. This album promises to offer a captivating journey through Haydn's enduring legacy.

The sister duo Anouchka & Katharina Hack are set to release their new album "Alle Menschen werden Schwestern," a heartfelt exploration of the deep bond between sisters. Through compositions by the Boulanger sisters, Fanny Hensel, and Felix Mendelssohn, as well as their own spontaneous improvisations, the duo creates a musical dialogue that captures their inseparable connection. The album also features a specially (re)composed track by Marina Baranova, inspired by Beethoven's "Alle Menschen werden Bruder," which serves as the album's title piece. This release promises to make the unique, intuitive understanding between siblings both audible and profoundly moving.