Time for a change: I realize that my posts emphasize string instruments, orchestral music, and chamber music. Today I bring you music for flute, as performed by James Galway. He performs the following:
Bach, J S:
Flute Sonata No. 6 in E major, BWV1035
Beethoven:
Serenade in D major for Flute, Violin and Viola, Op. 25
Telemann:
Trio TWV 42:e2 in E minor for flute, oboe & b.c.
Quartet TWV 43:D1 in D major for flute, violin, viola da gamba or cello & b.c.
All performed by James Galway (flute), with the London Virtuosi
This CD, titled ‘Flute Serenade’, features music by Telemann, Bach and Beethoven – and a rare opportunity to hear virtuoso flautist, James Galway, performing chamber music of the Baroque and Classical eras.
This release provides a fascinating overview of repertoire which was instrumental in the development of the concert flute and the performances are excellent.
Accompaniment is provided by the London Virtuosi – a group of musicians including John Georgiadis (violin) Anthony Camden (oboe) and David Lumsden (harpsichord).
Here is Mr. Galway playing the Bach Badinerie. (I sure wish he had played it slower!)
