Sonatas by François Couperin and music by his student, François Chauvon.
Let’s take a quick look back in time…to the most significant arts patrons in Rome during the second half of the 17th Century.
One of the 17th Century’s most famous women—her life, arts patronage, and historic accomplishments are explored as well as music associated with her court.
Marking the 25th anniversary of Early Music America with a look at its past competition winners: Ensemble La Rota, Asteria, and the Catacoustic Consort.
Savall directs Les Concert des Nations in music for the orchestras of Louis XIII and XIV, as well as works from the time of Louis XV.
Francesco Geminiani's concertos after Corelli with the English Concert (Harmonia Mundi) and Ensemble 415 (Zig-Zag Territories).
Four recordings of Arcangelo Corelli's famous violin sonatas on the Harmonia Mundi record label.
A YouTube search for "Corelli" yields a nice surprise.
This week we explore music created in honor of Arcangelo Corelli. We’ll also review a new release of Handel’s opera Semele.