In the long series of more than fifty printed works that Telemann presented to the musical public in the course of the half-century from 1715 to 1765; the "Essercizii musici" assume a prominent place: With and in addition to the admittedly quite different "Musique de Table" ("Tafelmusik") of 1733; they have to be considered the most representative of his instrumental collected works. As a collection of sonatas; however; they are distinguished as much by their unusual scope as well as by their singular and architecturally conceived conception.
"Essercizii Musici" in the CD format presents an exquisite and historically informed interpretation of baroque repertoire by the ensemble La Visione. With great attention to articulation, phrasing and ornamentation, the ensemble explores the intimate, chamber-music character of this music, bringing out both its structural clarity and its emotional depth. Transparent ensemble playing, finely balanced continuo work and a warm, detailed recording create an immersive listening experience that highlights the dialogue between the individual instruments and the overall architecture of each piece. The album is ideal for listeners who appreciate refined baroque performance practice and want to discover the subtle variety of affects, dances and contrapuntal textures that characterize this repertoire. La Visione is a specialist baroque ensemble dedicated to historically informed performance on period instruments. The group is distinguished by stylistic precision, expressive freedom and a particular sensitivity to color and rhetoric in 17th- and 18th-century music. In recent years, La Visione has developed a reputation for intelligent programming and coherent concept albums that explore specific composers, courts or stylistic currents of the baroque era. Their work focuses on rediscovering lesser-known gems of the repertoire and making them accessible to a broader audience through vivid, communicative playing. The CD is released by Querstand, a label known for its high-quality classical music productions and its close collaboration with outstanding ensembles, choirs and soloists. Querstand stands for carefully curated programs, audiophile recording standards and meticulous booklet documentation. The label has built a strong profile particularly in the field of choral and ensemble music and repeatedly supports ambitious artistic projects that go beyond the mainstream repertoire. With "Essercizii Musici", Querstand once again underlines its commitment to artistic integrity, sonic excellence and thoughtful repertoire selection, making this release an attractive choice for discerning collectors and baroque enthusiasts alike. This production is not only a musical pleasure but also an invitation to delve deeper into the world of baroque expression, where virtuosity always serves clarity of structure and emotional communication. "Essercizii Musici" thus becomes both a rewarding introduction for newcomers and a valuable enrichment for seasoned connoisseurs of early music.
Chamber Ensemble
16.125
- Accordion 10- Bassoon 18- Brass 50- Bugle 41- Cello 324- Clarinet 129- Double Bass 20- Early Instrum. 138- Flute 234- Guitar 106- Harp 33- Harpsichord 24- Lute 18- Mandolin 16- Mixed Ensemble 78- Oboe 56- Organ 39- Other 12.236- Other Ensemble 224- Percussion 13- Piano 494- Piano Quartet 28- Piano Trio 166- Recorder 58- Saxophone 53- String Ensemble 94- String Quartet 444- String Quintet 21- String Trio 58- Trombone 20- Trumpet 53- Tuba 3- Viola 71- Violin 607- Wind Ensemble 51- Woodwind 40- octet 3Other Classic 3.468Symphonic Music 14.540
