The Purcell Quartet - Buxtehude: Seven Sonatas, Op. 1 BuxWV 252-258 (2010) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Sonata in F Major, Op. 1, No. 1, BuxWV 252
02. Sonata in G Major, Op. 1, No. 2, BuxWV 253
03. Sonata in A Minor, Op. 1, No. 3, BuxWV 254
04. Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 1, No. 4, BuxWV 255
05. Sonata in C Major, Op. 1, No. 5, BuxWV 256
06. Sonata in D Minor, Op. 1, No. 6, BuxWV 257
07. Sonata in E Minor, Op. 1, No. 7, BuxWV 258



Buxtehude’s legacy, for many centuries neglected, has more recently been re-appraised and its importance accepted, not only for the quality of its craftsmanship but also for its undeniable influence on composers such as J.S. Bach. In fact, it is reputed that Bach walked over 200 miles to hear Buxtehude perform on the organ, so extraordinary was his reputation.

Chaconne has previously recorded sacred cantatas of Buxtehude, but this is the label’s first recording of secular instrumental works of the composer.

The VII Suonate, Op. 1 have now been recorded by The Purcell Quartet, who consistently receives good reviews, and is renowned for its artistry in repertoire of this kind. The trio sonatas are a remarkable example of Buxtehude’s beautiful chamber music and together with the trio sonatas Op. 2 are the only compositions that Buxtehude issued in print.

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