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Release Date: 22 November 2024
Label: Voces8 Records
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 5060140212409
Description
Davina Clarke writes: The journey towards The Art of Obligato began with a deep-rooted passion for historically informed performance and an enduring friendship among a group of musicians. The decision to delve into Bach's esteemed cantatas was not one I thought could be taken lightly. It required a drawing together of lifelong musical experiences, especially those gained from the creative process of preparing, recording, and launching my first album, Sweet Stillness. This album laid the necessary foundations and emerged as a precursor to the musical exploration of Bach's cantata arias. As a violinist with a lifelong love for singing, the desire to explore the interplay between vocal and instrumental lines, particularly through the use of obligato, became a driving force for me behind this project. In Bach's cantata arias, the obligato instruments take on a pivotal role, engaging in a musical dialogue with the vocal line. This relationship, characterised by intricate interweaving melodies, imitation, and embellishment, enriches the texture of the music, showcasing Bach's mastery in crafting compelling musical narratives. The genesis of this album traces back to formative experiences, including collaborations with the English Baroque Soloists under the direction of Sir John Eliot Gardiner. It was during these encounters that the seeds were planted for both Sweet Stillness and The Art of Obligato. The profound influence of Gardiner's mentorship, coupled with my innate affinity for the obligato style, laid the groundwork for the exploration of Bach's repertoire.
Tracklisting
Daniela Mars & Paul Smith
Daniela Mars
Daniela Mars
Apollo5
VOCES8
Davina Clarke
Paul Smith
Paula Sides & Sergey Rybin
Ssens Trio
Jeremy Huw Williams; Paula Fan; Caryl Hughes; John Reynolds; Peter Esswood
BBC Concert Orchestra; Leigh O'Hara; Paulina Voices; Em Marshall-Luck
Aukso - Chamber Orchestra Of The City Of Tychy, Camerata Silesia Katowice City Singers' Ensemble, Marek Mos
Sofia Burgos, Sofia Jernberg, Zwerm
The Choir of Robinson College, Cambridge & Will Sims
Davina Clarke
Koki Nakano
