Renowned British violinist Andrew Manze is featured in two recordings of music by W.A. Mozart (Harmonia Mundi).
An exploration of George Frideric Handel’s music, including his compositions for German patrons, London audiences, and a royal boat trip down the Thames.
Notable recordings of George Frideric Handel's oratorio "Messiah."
A re-issue of Handel's "Water Music" with Ensemble Zefiro and a classic one with The English Concert.
The Traditions Series continues with a look at the appearances of food and drink in music of the baroque. Also, a new release by organist Johnathan Dimmock.
Our Traditions Series continues with a journey to the origin of Mother's and Father's Day. Also, a new release of Beethoven sonatas.
This week we discuss versions of the story Acis and Galatea by Lully, Literes, Handel, and Naumann, as well as a new release of Buxtehude’s organ music.
On Harmonia this week, we’re commemorating the life of composer Johann Friedrich Fasch. Plus, we’ll review a recent release by Ensemble Battistin.
Music for political unions, peace treaties, and other cessations of hostility.
A sampler of early music in movies, as well as a recent release of music dedicated to Lady Penelope Rich.