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Handel, Van Asperen
Handel: Organ Concertos Op. 4 / Bob van Asperen
Genre: Classical

Track Listings (23) - Disc #1
1. I. Larghetto, E Staccato
2. II. Allegro
3. III. Adagio
4. IV. Andante
5. I. A Tempo Ordinario, E Staccato
6. II. Allegro
7. III. Adagio, E Staccato
8. IV. Allegro, Ma Non Presto
9. I. Adagio
10. II. Allegro
11. III. Adagio
12. IV. Gavotte - Allegro
13. I. Allegro
14. II. Andante
15. III. Adagio
16. IV. Allegro
17. I. Larghetto
18. II. Allegro
19. III. Alla Siciliana
20. IV. Presto
21. I. Andante Allegro
22. II. Larghetto
23. III. Allegro Moderato

CD Details

All Artists: Handel, Van Asperen
Title: Handel: Organ Concertos Op. 4 / Bob van Asperen
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: EMI Classics Imports
Release Date: 4/23/1996
Genre: Classical
Styles: Chamber Music, Forms & Genres, Concertos, Historical Periods, Baroque (c.1600-1750), Classical (c.1770-1830)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 724354517426

Synopsis

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Handel's Op. 4 Organ Concertos were the first works of their kind ever written--at least as far as we know. Actually, one of these pieces is a harp concerto, but it can be played on any type of keyboard instrument, as can any of these pieces. There is a fine set of both the Op. 4 and Op. 7 concertos on Hyperion featuring the Hanover Band. Bob van Asperen has also recorded the Op. 7 concertos, but at full price these two sets become rather expensive, particularly as his performances aren't better than the competition. --David Hurwitz

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CD Reviews

Handel Intermezzi

David Wihowski | Milwaukee, WI USA | 06/02/2000

(4 out of 5 stars)

"When Handel conducted his own concerts, these concertos frequently were used as intermezzos between sections of his operas and oratorios. They are delightful shorter (approx. 10 minute) works which show Handel's skill at writing for simpler forces (string orchestra, continuo and organ). The pieces had to hold the audiences attention (the total concert [oratorio + concertos] often lasted nearly four hours) and provide some variety. The organ part is at times dazzling. The orchestral part displays much variety (considering it is only strings + continuo).As to this recording: The orchestra is precise, nimble, plays in tune (sometimes laking in period performances), and has a nice overall sound. The organ playing is generally quite wonderful; the quick passages are handled with much fluidity and grace. My one minor criticism is that some of the slower movements seem a bit wooden or stiff.Overall, a fine recording of some delightful Handel bravura."

Handel Organ Concerti, Op. 4

David Wihowski | 03/08/1999

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I really did enjoy this recording. The virtuosity exhibited in this recording is truly a delight. This has quickly become a favourite recording.To those who enjoy recordings on period instruments, this is a recording you might very much enjoy. It is a delightful set of pieces, particularly the Concerto for Organ, Op. 4, no. 4. This particular concerto is alone worth the price of the CD."