Telemann: 12 Sonate Metodiche
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COMPOSERS: Telemann
LABELS: Accent
WORKS: 12 Sonate Metodiche
PERFORMER: Barthold Kuijken (transverse flute; Wieland Kuijken (viola da gamba); Robert Kohnen (harpsichord)
CATALOGUE NO: ACC 94104/5 D DDD
‘Give each instrument what suits it best, thus is the player content and you well entertained.’ In these pieces, unenticingly called ‘Methodical Sonatas’, Telemann is as good as his word. These are delightful works, full of humour, very skilfully written and never dull. There are two sets of six sonatas each. All are played on a Baroque flute, though certain keys suggest a violin, with fluency and impeccable taste by Barthold Kuijken. His tone is alluring and his ornamentation, mainly based on Telemann’s own suggestions, faultlessly executed. A programme for performers and listeners alike. Outstanding. Nicholas Anderson