Beethoven: Complete Chamber Music with Flute

Release Date: 25th Aug 2023
Catalogue No: 96494
Label: Brilliant Classics

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Beethoven: Flute Sonata in B flat major WoO A4 1790

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Giovanni Aletta (piano)

Beethoven: National Airs with Variations (6), Op. 105

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Giovanni Aletta (piano)

Beethoven: National Airs (10) with variations, Op. 107

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Giovanni Aletta (piano)

Beethoven: Duo WoO 26

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Gian-Luca Petrucci (flute)

Beethoven: Trio in G major WoO37 for Flute, Bassoon and Piano

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Francesco Bossone (bassoon), Giovanni Aletta (piano)

Beethoven: Serenade in D major for Flute, Violin and Viola, Op. 25

Ginevra Petrucci (flute), Mirei Yamada (violin), Luca Sanzò (viola)

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Within the wealth of music that Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) wrote for chamber ensemble, there is a remarkable and substantial amount of works in which the flute plays the main role. One of the most notable works in Beethoven's flute chamber music repertoire is his Serenade in D major for flute, violin, and viola, Op. 25. Composed in 1801, this piece showcases Beethoven's mastery of melody and his ability to create a delicate balance between the three instruments. The serenade consists of six movements, ranging from lyrical and graceful melodies to lively and spirited passages, all unified by Beethoven's signature compositional style. Another significant work is Beethoven's Trio in G major for flute, bassoon, and piano, WoO 37. This charming trio exhibits Beethoven's gift for thematic development and his skillful handling of the interplay between the instruments. The flute takes on a prominent role, often carrying the melodic lines while engaging in delightful dialogues with the bassoon and piano. Beethoven's chamber music for flute, while not as well-known as his symphonic works, showcases his ability to craft music of intimacy and expression. The flute's soaring melodies and delicate nuances find a perfect match in Beethoven's sensitive writing. These compositions, though relatively few in number, provide flutists and chamber music enthusiasts with an opportunity to explore Beethoven's lesser-known works and discover the depth of his musical genius. Played by the eminent Italian flute player Ginevra Petrucci, whose growing discography for Brilliant Classics includes works by Muczynski, Briccialdi, Kuhnau, Dupuy, Buchner and Kempff.

Beethoven: Complete Chamber Music with Flute

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