Keyboard Suites Volume 2
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HANDEL
Keyboard Suites Volume 2
Philip Edward Fisher (piano)
[ Naxos / CD ]
Release Date: Monday 5 January 2015
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Although Handel is not known for his keyboard music today, he was a gifted performer who astonished his contemporaries with his mastery of the instrument. First published in 1720, the 'eight great suites' contain some of Handel's most beautiful music and were immensely popular in their time. These final four suites illuminate not only his melodic gifts and dramatic flair, but his ability to unify a variety of forms and styles into a complete and magnificent whole. The first of this two volume set, acclaimed by Fanfare magazine for 'its often assured and inspired playing', is available on Naxos 8572197.
"Fisher opens with an amiable account of the E major Suite unfolded in a smooth unruffled style that takes everything in its stride without adding much to the dots on the page." (BBC Music Magazine, June 2015)
Tracks:
Keyboard Suite, HWV 430 in E major 'The Harmonious Blacksmith'
Harpsichord Suites Nos. 6-8 HV 431-433
