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Handel wrote the solo sonatas of Opus 1 for the professional musicians of his London opera orchestra. They demand considerable skill and stamina both from the soloist and the continuo. Prominent bass parts give the sonatas a contrapuntal strength and vitality, and Handel keeps the elements of display and purely musical argument in admirable balance in these works. For this reason, they are among the most attractive Baroque solo sonatas and deserve their lasting popularity. Played here by members of the Academy of Ancient Music under the leadership of Richard Egarr, Handel's delightful sonatas are shown to be true masterpieces written by a composer at the height of his powers.<\/p>\n

The soloists here are stylish and imaginative. Decorations are a delight in slow movements; the Adagio from No. 8 (oboe) is positively dripping with them. The playing is highly expressive\u2026 Highly commended as both the complete Op. 1 package and as deeply satisfying performances.<\/em>\u00a0BBC Music Magazine<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2026the playing of the three principles of the Academy of Ancient Music sparkles, charms and soothes.<\/em>\u00a0Gramophone<\/strong><\/p>\n

Egarr's harpsichord accompaniment is free and expressive. The soloists slide easily from austerity to opulence, and Brown's dewy-toned recorder is enchanting.<\/em>\u00a0The Independent on Sunday<\/strong><\/p>\n

Included on this set:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Sonata in E minor for flute and continuo, HWV359b, Op. 1 No. 1
\nSonata in G minor for recorder and continuo, HWV360, Op. 1 No. 2
\nSonata in A major for violin and continuo, HWV361, Op. 1 No. 3
\nSonata in A minor for recorder and continuo, HWV362, Op. 1 No. 4
\nSonata in G major for flute and continuo, HWV363b, Op 1 No 5
\nSonata in G minor for oboe and continuo, HWV364a, Op. 1 No. 6
\nSonata in C major for recorder and continuo, HWV365, Op. 1 No. 7
\nSonata in C minor for oboe and continuo, HWV366, Op. 1 No. 8<\/p>\n

Flute Sonata in B minor, Op 1 No 9b, HWV367b
\nSonata in G minor for violin and continuo, HWV368, Op. 1 No. 10
\nSonata in F major for recorder and continuo, HWV369, Op. 1 No. 11
\nSonata in F major for violin and continuo, HWV370, Op. 1 No. 12
\nSonata in A major for violin and continuo, HWV372, Op. 1 No. 14
\nOboe Sonata in F major (manuscript) 'Haub: Solo del Sr. Hendel'
\nSonata in E major for violin and continuo, Op. 1, No. 12, HWV 373<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Academy of Ancient Music<\/strong>
\nRichard Egarr<\/strong> director & harpsichord<\/em><\/p>\n

Pavlo Beznosiuk<\/strong> violin<\/em>
\nRachel Brown<\/strong> flute & recorder<\/em>
\nFrank de Bruine<\/strong> oboe<\/em><\/p>\n

2 CD set (Playing time 2'27'')<\/p>\n

Released 15 June 2009<\/p>\n

\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \u2013 BBC Music Magazine<\/p>\n

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