Name: Bach: Complete Sonatas For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon
Brand: Neal Peres Da Costa
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Though frequently performed by cellists (with harpsichord or piano), J.S. Bach's sonatas for viola da gamba and harpsichord attain an entirely different level of intricacy and elegance when performed on their original instruments. The problem with many recordings with gamba and harpsichord is the treatment of the gamba like a frail, feeble instrument even though it does not now need, nor has it ever needed, such a delicate touch. Gambist Daniel Yeadon (formerly of the group Florilegium) and harpsichordist Neal Peres da Costa (one of the co-founders of Florilegium) prove this in ABC Classics' youthful, vital recording of these wonderful compositions. Yeadon and da Costa have a lot going for them, beginning with their sound quality. Yeadon plays the gamba with intense gusto without ever seeming like he's trying to make it sound like a cello.Da Costa's playing of the complex harpsichord part (which serves simultaneously as a solo line and continuo accompaniment) is stunning and intricate. Balance between the two instruments slightly favors the harpsichord, a departure from what listeners might be accustomed to; this is not to say that the harpsichord dominates or drowns out the gamba, but rather that it is given its fair due as an equal participant. Their interpretation is based on clear scholarly research into ornamentation, pacing, and articulation that translates into a satisfying, entirely convincing, musical product. From an engineering perspective, the extremely long pauses between tracks is distracting, particularly at the ends of movements that remain unresolved until the beginning of the next. Still, this recording is a fabulous introduction to these works, as well as a welcome addition to the shelves of collectors.

1. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 1. Adagio

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

2. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 2. Allegro ma non tanto

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

3. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 3. Andante

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

4. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 4. Allegro moderato

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

5. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 1. Adagio

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

6. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 2. Allegro

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

7. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 3. Andante

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

8. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 4. Allegro

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

9. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 1. Vivace

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

10. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.3 In G Minor, BWV 1029 - 2. Adagio

by Daniel Yeadon, Neal Peres Da Costa

Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Performer: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer
Producer: Virginia Read; Production

11. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 3. Allegro

by Neal Peres Da Costa, Daniel Yeadon

Primary Artist: Daniel Yeadon
Neal Peres Da Costa; Main Performer
Harpsichord: Neal Peres Da Costa; Performer
Performer: Neal Peres Da Costa
Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Viola Da Gamba: Daniel Yeadon; Performer
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach; Composer

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1 volume only

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11 tracks available

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Format

Digital Media

Duration

42 minutes and 25 seconds

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None

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16bit / 44.1 kHz

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Lyrics

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Genres

Classical, Chamber Music

Label

Australian Broadcasting Corp (ABC)

Music Distribution Service

UMG Global

Country

Australia

Language

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Release Date

Sep 13, 2009

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Bach: Complete Sonatas For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord

1. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 1. Adagio

2. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 2. Allegro ma non tanto

3. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 3. Andante

4. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 4. Allegro moderato

5. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 1. Adagio

6. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 2. Allegro

7. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 3. Andante

8. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 4. Allegro

9. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 1. Vivace

10. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.3 In G Minor, BWV 1029 - 2. Adagio

11. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 3. Allegro

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Bach: Complete Sonatas For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord

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1. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 1. Adagio

2. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 2. Allegro ma non tanto

3. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 3. Andante

4. J.S. Bach: Sonata No.1 In G Major For Viola Da Gamba & Harpsichord, BWV 1027 - 4. Allegro moderato

5. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 1. Adagio

6. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 2. Allegro

7. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 3. Andante

8. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.2 In D, BWV 1028 - 4. Allegro

9. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 1. Vivace

10. J.S. Bach: Sonata For Viola Da Gamba And Harpsichord No.3 In G Minor, BWV 1029 - 2. Adagio

11. J.S. Bach: Sonata for Cello and Continuo No.3 in G minor, BWV 1029 - 3. Allegro

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