Domenico Scarlatti: 16 Sonatas | Ton Koopman, Harpsichord CD

Product Information

• UPC: 4006408672043
• Catalog Number: 67 204
• Format: Digital / CD (Re-mastered)
• Genre: Baroque / Harpsichord Music
• Composer: Domenico Scarlatti (1685–1757)
• Performer: Ton Koopman (Harpsichord)
• Label: Capriccio / Phoenix
• Recording Year: 1988
• Country of Manufacture: Germany

Overview

This elegant album features 16 carefully selected sonatas by the Baroque master Domenico Scarlatti, performed by renowned harpsichordist Ton Koopman. Known for his virtuosity and expressive playing, Koopman brings to life the rich textures, rhythmic vitality, and melodic charm of Scarlatti’s keyboard works.

Each sonata exemplifies Scarlatti’s innovative approach to form and harmonic language, showcasing a wide range of moods and technical brilliance. The re-mastered sound enhances the clarity and warmth of Koopman’s interpretation, making this recording an essential addition for enthusiasts of Baroque keyboard music.

Product Features

• Format: Digital CD, re-mastered audio quality
• Duration: Approximately 67 minutes total

• Track Listing (Selected Highlights):

  Instrument: Harpsichord
  1. Sonata in C major, K. 420 (4:08)
  2. Sonata in C major, K. 513 (6:59)
  3. Sonata in C major, K. 461 (2:55)
  4. Sonata in A major, K. 208 (3:50)
  5. Sonata in E major, K. 380 (5:09)
  6. Sonata in C minor, K. 115 (4:49)
  7. Sonata in D major, K. 490 (9:24)
  8. Sonata in D major, K. 492 (3:30)
• Artist: Ton Koopman, internationally acclaimed for his Baroque interpretations
• Label: Capriccio / Phoenix
• Re-mastered: Yes, enhanced audio fidelity

Interesting Facts

• Ton Koopman’s Expertise: Koopman is a world-renowned harpsichordist and early music specialist, known for his historically informed performances.
• Scarlatti’s Innovation: Domenico Scarlatti’s sonatas are celebrated for their inventive rhythms and pioneering keyboard techniques that influenced later composers.
• Diverse Sonata Selection: This album spans a variety of keys and moods, highlighting Scarlatti’s range from energetic to lyrical.
• Re-mastered Sound Quality: The 1988 original recordings have been digitally re-mastered to provide an immersive listening experience with enhanced clarity.
• Classic Baroque Repertoire: These sonatas are foundational works for harpsichordists and classical music lovers alike.

Publishers

Published by Capriccio, produced by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany.

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