This page lists all recordings of Capriccio di Durezze (1624), by Girolamo Frescobaldi (1583-1643) on CD & download (MP3 & FLAC). Generally, more recent releases are listed first, but with priority given to those that are in stock. |
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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Frescobaldi: Stylus fantasticus & the Art of Variation
Luca Guglielmi (harpsichord & organ) Frescobaldi is considered to be the grand master of harpsichord and organ music during the Italian Baroque. He was also master of the so-called stylus fantasticus, which allowed great freedom in tempo and structure. It demanded an interpretation which gave the impression that the artist was improvising in performance. Luca Guglielmi demonstrates the artistry of these compositions. “He adopts a flexible approach to tempo throughout, while utilizing a broad range of articulation to clarify musical structures and textures...[a] wonderful and even thought-provoking disc” International Record Review, June 2012 “this is the kind of recording which works on the level of intellectual and historical enquiry, as well as being a highly enjoyable listen. There is always an exploratory feel to Frescobaldi’s keyboard music, and Luca Gugliemi walks the line between rhythmic freedom and adherence to the text with skilful aplomb.” MusicWeb International, July 2012 | | | (also available to download from $10.50) | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. (Available now to download.) |
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| |  | Richard Lester plays Frescobaldi - Volume 3
Richard Lester was described both by The Times and the Daily Telegraph as ‘one of our leading players’ and more recently acclaimed as ‘one of the greatest early music keyboard players of this or any other time.’ In 1981, Sir William Glock, former BBC controller of music invited him to perform a solo harpsichord recital at the Bath International Festival. Countless engagements at major international music festivals followed including the Bruges festival, Bath Bach festival and concerts at the Wigmore Hall, Royal Albert Hall, and in 2007 a sell out solo recital at London's South Bank Centre. “[Lester's playing] is precise, fluent and poised. His dexterity is evident in his carefully polished and thoughtful performances. Tempos are generally unhurried by contrast with the virtuoso rapidity often favoured these days by younger harpsichordists in this repertory.” International Record Review, September 2011 “Performance of Frescobaldi demands a free, improvisatory style of performance, of which Richard Lester is obviously a master. He plays a perfectly chosen harpsichord with a particularly attractive, warm sonority, not in the least 'clattery'” Penguin Guide, 2011 edition | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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| |  | Frescobaldi - Works for Organ
Liuwe Tamminga - Organs in the Basilica di San Petronio, Bologna "in cornu Epistolae" (Lorenzo da Prato, 1471-1475, G. Battista Facchetti, 1531) "In cornu Evangeli (Baldassare Malamini, 1596 (Track 15) This is a stirring programme of organ music given by Liuwe Tamminga on two superb instruments dating from 1471 and 1475. The original sound of the organs each adding genuine authenticity to the performances “The organs of San Petronio, Bologna, dating from 1531 and 1596, are perfect for this music, together with a wonderful acoustic and a player who understands intimately how this music works. Liuwe Tamminga presents
a varied selection of pieces, including several Elevation Toccatas, whose intense and improvisory style contrasts well with rhythmically dynamic works like the Canzona quinta.” Choir & Organ, November/December 2008 ***** | | | (also available to download from $10.50) | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. (Available now to download.) |
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| |  | The Art of Melancholy
Monika Mauch & Natacha Ducret (soprano), Pascal Bertin (alto), Otto Rastbichler, Eitan Sorek & Josep Benet (tenor), Josep Cabré (baritone), Stephan Macleod, Daniele Carnovic & Paul Willenbrock (bass) Ensemble Daedalus, Roberto Festa (recorder & direction) Roberto Festa and his Ensemble Daedalus present a superbly expressive picture on the subject of “melancholy” in 16th and 17th century music. | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Frescobaldi - Harpsichord Works
Aapo Hakkinen (harpsichord) | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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| |  | Frescobaldi - Partitas & Toccatas
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| |  | Girolamo Frescobaldi: The Art of Frescobaldi
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