Composer: Dietrich Buxtehude
Performer: Purcell Quartet
Format: FLAC (tracks)
Label: Chandos
Catalogue: CHAN0766
Release: 2010
Size: 1.05 GB
Recovery: +3%
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01. Trio Sonata in F, Op. 2 No. 1, BuxWV 252
02. Sonata in G major, BuxWV253
03. Trio Sonata in A minor, BuxWV254
04. Sonata in B flat, BuxWV255
05. Sonata in C major, BuxWV256
06. Sonata in D major, BuxWV257
07. Sonata in E minor, Op. 1, No. 7, BuxWV 258
Buxtehude’s legacy, for many centuries neglected, has more recently been re-appraised and its importance accepted, not only for the quality of its craftsmanship but also for its undeniable influence on composers such as J.S. Bach. In fact, it is reputed that Bach walked over 200 miles to hear Buxtehude perform on the organ, so extraordinary was his reputation.
Chaconne has previously recorded sacred cantatas of Buxtehude, but this is the label’s first recording of secular instrumental works of the composer.
The VII Suonate, Op. 1 have now been recorded by The Purcell Quartet, who consistently receives good reviews, and is renowned for its artistry in repertoire of this kind. The trio sonatas are a remarkable example of Buxtehude’s beautiful chamber music and together with the trio sonatas Op. 2 are the only compositions that Buxtehude issued in print.