Graziani, C: Sonatas (6) for Violoncello and Basso Continuo, Op. 3

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Cerrato’s performances are technically impressive, but his interpretations are not merely demonstrations of his technique or of the requirements of these sonatas. This is music making of the... — MusicWeb International, November 2017 More…

Release Date: 22nd Sep 2017
Catalogue No: RCD1018
Label: Rubicon
Length: 87 minutes

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 1 in G Major

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I. Allegro

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II. Larghetto Grazioso

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III. Presto

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 2 in A Major:

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I. Allegretto Grazioso

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II. Cantabile

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III. Rondeau Grazioso

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 3 in B-Flat Major

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I. Allegretto

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II. Largo Maestoso

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III. Menuetto

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 4 in F Major

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I. Allegretto

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II. Larghetto

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III. Allegro Grazioso

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 5 in D Major

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I. Allegretto

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II. Cantabile

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III. Menuetto

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Graziani, C: Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Major

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I. Allegro Moderato

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II. Largo Sostenuto

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III. Aria Amoroso – Minore un poco più Andantino

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Carlo Graziani, born in the Italian city of Asti c1710 was one of the earliest cello virtuosos. Well-travelled, he played in London with the 7-year-old Mozart in 1764 and left many sets of sonatas and several concertos for his instrument. He retired from the Prussian court in 1773, to be succeeded by Jean-Pierre Duport, but he continued to work for Friedrich Wilhelm II on a very generous pension. His sonatas provide a fascinating example of his artistry and ability: rapid passage work, double-stopping and extensive use of the upper register. They also illustrate the composer's view on the melodic capabilities of the instrument. The Six Sonatas Op.3 were dedicated to Friedrich Wilhelm II, who must have been an exceptionally gifted pupil.

Armoniosa, also from Asti, deliver elegant, polished and affectionate performances of these sonatas by one of the key figures in the instrument's development.

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November 2017

Cerrato’s performances are technically impressive, but his interpretations are not merely demonstrations of his technique or of the requirements of these sonatas. This is music making of the highest level and this set is something you will return to...This is a splendid set. The fact that these sonatas are little known is an additional reason to label this production Recording of the Month.

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