Artemandoline - Mandolin In London - Import CD

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Artemandoline

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Mandolins also have period instruments! The mandolin ensemble "Arte Mandolinee" makes its debut on DHM. Based in Luxembourg, the "Arte Mandolinee" is a baroque ensemble of mandolins and bass instruments and styles from the baroque and classical periods. Known for its research into the evolution of instruments and performance styles, and for bringing the "glory days" of the mandolin back to life, the ensemble is innovative, unique, and one of the pioneers of the world's major string-repellent ensembles. This album, the debut recording for the prestigious Deutsche Harmonia Mundi for the many award-winning "Alte Mandolinee," explores the growing popularity of the mandolin in 18th century England. Influenced by Italian composers and musicians who traveled to the British Isles to perform and teach, the mandolin became an important instrument in opera, the concert hall, and even in royal and private homes. Included on this album are rare gems from this period, including instrumental pieces for solo and ensemble, baroque mandolin and soprano.Sonatas by famous composers of the time, including Giovanni Francesco Webber (1724-1751), Francesco Bartolomeo Conti (1681-1732), and Carlo Arrigoni (1697-1744), as well as lively and charming pieces by Girolamo Stabilini (1762-1815) The collection also includes lively and engaging pieces by Girolamo Stabilini (1762-1815). Canzonetta by Girolamo Nonnini (c. 1730-1790). These composers were renowned mandolin players and contributed greatly to the musical heritage of the instrument. Sony Music

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