Via Frescobaldi

17th century Italian composer Girolamo Frescobaldi was conservative in style and yet an innovator in many ways. "La Romanesca" presents some of his improvisatory toccatas, imitative polyphonic instrumental music, and songs from his 'arie musicale' of 1630.

There is much instrumental diversity to be found here: countertenor, organ, harpsichord, recorders and viola da gamba are all heard in various combinations.

Artist

La Romanesca

A leading force in early music in Australia since 1978, La Romanesca has developed a special interest in the performance of mediaeval monophonic and polyphonic song, although the group's repertory spans the twelfth to seventeenth centuries.


Press quotes

“Clear and dignified performances all round”

— Madeleine Rowles, Early Music News, NSW

“a range of musical styles and instruments which keep the listener's interest ... Superb.”

— Mark Norton, Queensland Pride

“The clean delicate lines of each instrumental combination and perfect tonal blend quickly transport the listener away”

— Dr. Amanda Watson, Victorian Journal of Music Education

“To survive 21 years as an early music ensemble in Australia is no mean feat and this is what La Romanesca's Frescobaldi recital joyously celebrates ... considerable experience and skill ... considerable empathy”

— Tony Way, The Age - Green Guide

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Track Listing

  1. Canzona decimanona, detta la Capriola Girolamo Frescobaldi
  2. Sonetto spirituale, maddalena alle croce Girolamo Frescobaldi
  3. Toccata settima Girolamo Frescobaldi
  4. Canzona decimaterza, detta la Bianchina Girolamo Frescobaldi
  5. Se l'aura spira Girolamo Frescobaldi
  6. Canzona seconda sopra la Romanesca Girolamo Frescobaldi
  7. Canzona settima, detta la Superba Girolamo Frescobaldi
  8. Ohime, che fur, che sono (Sonetto spirituale in stile recitativo) Girolamo Frescobaldi
  9. Canzona seconda detta la Bernadinia Girolamo Frescobaldi
  10. Aria detta la Frescobalda Girolamo Frescobaldi
  11. Canzona vigesima prima, detta la Tegrimuccia Girolamo Frescobaldi
  12. Non mi negate, ohime Girolamo Frescobaldi
  13. Toccata settima Girolamo Frescobaldi
  14. Canzona terza detta la Lucchesina Girolamo Frescobaldi
  15. Troppo sotto due stelle Girolamo Frescobaldi
  16. Canzona seconda Girolamo Frescobaldi
  17. Cosi mi disprezzate: Aria di passicaglia Girolamo Frescobaldi
  18. Bergamasca Girolamo Frescobaldi
  19. Canzona terza, detta la Donatina Girolamo Frescobaldi
  20. Occhi che sete di voi pomposi Girolamo Frescobaldi

Performers

Composer

Girolamo Frescobaldi


Availability

Via Frescobaldi can be purchased online through Buywell Just Classical or the Australian Music Centre who both offer secure online ordering.

This title is also available in (or can be ordered through) many fine music retailers across Australia, including Thomas’, Discurio and Readings.

Product details

List price
$26.00 AUD
Release date
1999
Categories
Classical, Early music, Vocal
Catalogue number
MD 3206
Alternate catalogue number
MD3206
Barcode
EAN 9314574320626