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The re-presentation of A Portrait of Heinrich Baermann (CC0003) and A Portrait of Simon Hermstedt (CC0006) in this newly priced Limited Edition Box Set. Both CDs incorporate both major repertoire and rare gems from the 18th and 19th centuries - an exciting period of development for the clarinet. The Baermann and Weber Quintets sit beside the Spohr Six German Songs and Mozart's Aria from La Clemenza di Tito. In re-presenting both CDs, with a special focus on the repertoire, this Limited Edition, special price box set offers listeners the chance to reacquaint themselves with both masterpieces from the repertoire and lesser known gems including Baermann's Air Varié and Paer's 'Unavoce al cor mi parla'. These are just some of the
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highlights on this double album. With more than 150 minutes of music, this wonderful collection features masterpieces which will be cherished by any lover of classical music. Press Quote ' What a splendid performance it receives (Weber Quintet). Victoria Soames has a beautifully rounded tone, a sensitive feeling for style, and a seemingly effortless technique.' Musical Times ' Victoria Soames is the star of the disc ..... she performs with style and grace and is able to accompany the soprano where necessary, before stepping in to the lime light herself when needed.' Classic CD Read less
Works on This Recording
2.
Air varié by Heinrich Josef Baermann
Performer:
Julius Drake (Piano),
Victoria Soames (Clarinet)
Period: Romantic
Venue: St. George's, Brandon Hill, Bristol, Eng
5.
Melodie for Clarinet in F major, J 119 by Carl Maria von Weber
Performer:
Victoria Soames (Clarinet),
Julius Drake (Piano)
Period: Romantic
Written: 1811; Germany
Venue: St. George's, Brandon Hill, Bristol, Eng
9.
La clemenza di Tito, K 621: Parto, parto, ma tu ben mio by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Performer:
Jennifer Purvis (Piano),
Victoria Soames (Clarinet),
Elizabeth [Soprano Vocal] Ritchie ()
Period: Classical
Venue: St. George's, Brandon Hill, Bristol, Eng
Length: 6 Minutes 4 Secs.
10.
Songs (6) for voice, clarinet & piano, Op. 103 by Louis Spohr
Performer:
Victoria Soames (Clarinet),
Jennifer Purvis (Piano),
Elizabeth [Soprano Vocal] Ritchie ()
Period: Classical
Written: 1837
Venue: St. George's, Brandon Hill, Bristol, Eng
Length: 21 Minutes 23 Secs.
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