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Sor: Les plus belles pages

by David Starobin

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    This CD presents a collection of 14 of Fernando Sor's (1778-1839) finest compositions. From the early Op. 6, 12 Etude–one of Sor's most transcendent pieces- to the late, experimental "Fantaisie Villageoise" (the work contains what is probably the first usage of multiphonics on any instrument) David Starobin's readings probe the poetry and compositional beauty of Sor's unique art. Starobin performs all of this music on a 1923 Herman Hauser guitar–a small instrument that was modeled after an early 19th century Viennese design. In recent years, David Starobin's performances of 19th century music on period instruments have earned the American virtuoso numerous critical encomiums. Writing of a Starobin performance in Milan's "Il Fronimo", the journal stated that "Starobin has grasped the authentic spirit, aided by his perfect instrumental technique. Here, the music acquires its truest meaning with exalted phrasing, as it is rarely heard." Reviewing Starobin's last Sor recording in "Gramophone", critic Jed Distler writes that "Starobin evokes the virtuosity of Artur Schnabel's Beethoven". And NPR's "All Things Considered" said: "David Starobin's interpretations are both sparkling and tender. Every note, every nuance, every gesture seems part of one clearly imagined vision. More than a virtuoso, Starobin is a champion for musical truth." ... more
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1.
Studio No. 23 in G Major, Op. 29, No. 23 02:08
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2.
Studio No. 17 in C Major, Op. 29, No. 17 03:04
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3.
Studio No. 12 in A Major, Op. 6, No. 12 05:54
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4.
Allegro moderato in e minor, Op. 35, No. 24 02:20
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5.
Fantasie villageoise, Op. 52: I. Andantino 02:58
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6.
Fantasie villageoise, Op. 52: II. Appel 00:23
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Fantasie villageoise, Op. 52: III. Danse: Allegro 03:29
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Fantasie villageoise, Op. 52: IV. Priere 04:02
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9.
Cantabile in A Major, Op. 47, No. 5 02:46
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10.
Andante in d minor, op. 47, No. 1 02:25
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11.
Studio No. 2 in A major, Op. 6, No. 2 01:33
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12.
Lecon No. 13 in C Major, Op. 31, No. 13 02:25
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13.
Menuet in F major, Op. 24, No. 6 01:40
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14.
Andantino in a minor, Op. 44, No. 22 02:18
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15.
Rondeau in D major, Op. 48, No. 6 03:25
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16.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: I. Larghetto 02:42
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17.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: II. Theme: Andante 00:50
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18.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: III. Variation 1 00:35
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Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: IV. Variation 2: Minore 01:05
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20.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: V. Variation 3 00:59
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21.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: VI. Variation 4 00:33
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22.
Introduction et Theme Varie, Op. 20: VII. Variation 5 and Coda 02:29
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23.
Andantino in A major, Op. 60, No. 23 02:30
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released March 1, 2023

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Bridge Records is best known for its recordings of 20th and 21st Century classical repertoire, including decades-long projects devoted to leading composers. Composers whose works have received premiere recordings on Bridge include: Elliott Carter, George Crumb, Paul Lansky, Poul Ruders, Stephen Sondheim, Toru Takemitsu. ... more

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