Schmelzer:Sonate unarum fidium

On this CD:

1. Sacro profanus Concentus Musicus, sonata No.1 a 8
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


2. Sonata unarum fidium No. 2 in F Major
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


3. Sonata unarum fidium No. 3 in G minor
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


4. Sacro profanus Concentus Musicus, sonata No.4 a 6
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


5. Sonata No.5 for violin, bass viol, & harpsichord
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


6. Sonata unarum fidium No. 6 in A Major
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


7. Sonata Nr. 10 in D Major
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


8. Contrapunct sopra la Baßigaglos d'Altro (Variationen über Wie schö leuchtet der Morgenstern)
Composed by Johann Heinrich Schmelzer


Schmelzer:Sonate unarum fidium, Music, Johann Heinrich Schmelzer, Chamber, Chamber Music, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical
Fantastic Style: 17th-Century Violin Music
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Good record in ecomonic price
 Fantastic Style: 17th-Century Violin Music

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ASIN: B00099FVCY
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Good record in ecomonic price.......2007-07-19

This CD is 2 CDs in one price, however, that's not good enought that I recommand it, the more important is that Manze had gotten good appreciation when individual record released, so we could listen his beautiful music with lower price.
As to the list of these collection, the major composer isn't shown of Castello, but Schmelzer, you could view its comments from other reviewers. I would add more coment from comparied with Manze and Holloway. The former is good of violin technique and fluent; the latter is that put more expressive with emotion on it. They all works perfect, not esay to compare. If you ever liked or listen one of them, I recommand you try both of.
Schmelzer: Unarum Fidium /Holloway * Assenbaum * Mortensen
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Outstanding
  • Is this classical??
  • excellent in its artistry...
  • Sublime! A must have piece!
 Schmelzer: Unarum Fidium /Holloway * Assenbaum * Mortensen
Anonymous , Antonio Bertali , Johann Heinrich Schmelzer , Lars Ulrik Mortensen , Aloysia Assenbaum , and John Holloway
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ASIN: B00002R0ZJ
Release Date: 2000-04-25

Tracks:

  1. Chiacona A Violino Solo
  2. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Prima
  3. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Seconda
  4. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Terza
  5. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Quarta
  6. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Quinta
  7. Sonatae Unarum Fidium: Sonata Sesta
  8. Sonata For Scordatura Violin And Basso Continuo

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Outstanding.......2007-07-18

Holloway again give me new experience to enjoy and know Schemelzer. He had been worked a few outstanding output to us, ex Biber, Muffat. The more important thing is that these musicians were the representatives of Austria-Germany royal composers, it showed more different style with France, and Italy. I am appreciated in Holloway's efforts to offer a series of introduction to individual music group.

5 out of 5 stars Is this classical??.......2006-05-24

That "Is this classical??" was a question from a colleague when I first put this CD on at work. The organ and harpsichord continuo produce such a "beat" that I could understand him needing to ask the question. The the violin begins to weave it's complex thread. By the second track my colleague had the answer to his question but was hooked.

It's a very seductive, atmospheric piece. Surely obscure stuff like this shouldn't be so accessible?

5 out of 5 stars excellent in its artistry..........2005-02-06

Assuming that the reader is a lover of instrumental music (particularly baroque), one will surely appreciate this particular work. I have had it for almost a year now, and have not at all tired of playing it. A must have for the lover of classical music, regardless of which period or style.

5 out of 5 stars Sublime! A must have piece!.......2005-01-24

I love baroque music, though I am not an erudite, I can really say that Bertali's Ciaconna for violin is a sublime piece, and that any one who loves baroque should have.
It is surprising that this piece is so unknown and not interpreted by others, though I think it is difficult to perform it any better than Holloway.
I heard it through Netcape's internet radio, and was seducted by it as soon as I heard it.
Johann Heinrich Schmelzer: Violin Sonatas
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Not your typical Baroque Sonatas
  • most melodious violin sonatas I have ever heard
  • Manze at his best
  • Double Bonus
  • Wonderful, scholarly rendition
 Johann Heinrich Schmelzer: Violin Sonatas

Manufacturer: Harmonia Mundi
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ASIN: B0000007ES
Release Date: 1996-09-17

Tracks:

  1. Sonata IV, From Sonatoe unarum fidium, 1664
  2. Sonata V, From Sonatoe unarum fidium
  3. Sonata VI, From Sonatoe unarum fidium
  4. Sonata, 'Cucu'
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  11. Sonata, 'Victori der Christen': Victori der Christen
  12. Sonata I, From Sonatoe unarum fidium
  13. Sonata II, From Sonatoe unarum fidium
  14. Sonata III, From Sonatoe unarum fidium

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Not your typical Baroque Sonatas.......2005-10-18

The sonatas here are equisite and musically-rich compositions and possibly the very first (1664) solo violin + continuo sonatas ever published. Additionally, this recording is one of the finer recordings from Baroque specialist Andrew Manze & Romanesca in my opinion. Right from the opening piece, one's senses are immediately captived by Manze's soaring runs against the fine continuo and the gorgeous sound ambiance of the recording. Romanesca's performance here on the whole are outstanding as is Andrew Manze's for his more consistent intonation, expressive melodies and trademark intricate, precise and rhythmic playing.

A highlight of this disc surely is the haughtingly beautiful opening Sonata IV (1664), which immediately creates a sense of allure and a drama to unfold - and it does most splendidly with poinant, melancholic adagios that turn into molto-presto displays of gypsy-like rhythmic attack and virtuostic brilliance from Mr. Manze. This sonata is just one of the many beautiful works on this CD - and may be one of finest expressive pieces of music Manze has recorded. These are not your typical or monotanous Baroque sonatas (as Baroque ones can be) but possess an intricant, somewhat-experimental and highly emotive expression that was sought after by composers in this period of history where virtuosity reigned. Each one is musically different and rewarding. It is music that grows on you - rather than wearing on you - with frequent listening.

Baroque master Andrew Manze brings much to this music which was intended only for the most advanced of musicians. Undoubtedly, his technical prowness shines the most with his strong rhythmic sense, percussive textures and crisply-articulated bowing in the fast parts - all of which create great excitement and drama. His demisemiquaver scalar runs in the "passionate outbursts" are about as effortless and smooth as you can hear anywhere. As compared to some of his other music, Mr. Manze here better succeeds with Schmelzer to find more of the "heart" of the slower, lyrically-expressive movements. His soaring riffs in Sonatas I, II, III and IV exude tangible passion and are some of his most "Italianesque" playing I have heard. (Schmelzer, like his predicessor Biber, wrote much music with Italian style and virtuoso players in mind.)

If there is a lackluster momement on the CD for me, it was the adaptation of Biber's tenth "Rosary Sonata" which was not as attractive as the Schmelzer pieces to my ears. Here, Mr. Manze does not quite find a smooth, graceful, lyrical expression in the adagio tempos (and a few other momements in the other sonatas) and sounds slightly more strained in tone and somewhat emotionally awkward at times (track #11 for example). But, to most people, this seems not an issue or a cited weakness in Manze's playing. Regardless, this is not too consequential overall as the magnificant compositions and suspenseful progression of the music as a whole override any such 'flat' moments to some ears.

And let's not forget to fully recognize the humble - yet critical - continuo playing from Nigel North and John Toll here. Their skillful and well-judged style creates a most effective backdrop to spotlight Manze's melody lines. Their instruments sound marvelous and are captured in a perfect balance with a superb sound quality from HM. The tastefully-resonant sound ambiance I think is just right to bring out the beauty, enchantment and emotional depth of this music. It is one of the better-sounding recordings I have.

This music is a fresh change from the typical Baroque-style music that can start to sound too much the same after a while (Vivaldi for one). And as many other reviewers here note, this is a most attractive recording featuring some of the Baroque-era's more intriguing violin-sonata compositions as well as some of Andrew Manze's more alluring and musically-opulant playing. Rating: Composition 5, Performance 4.5, Sound quality 5.

5 out of 5 stars most melodious violin sonatas I have ever heard.......2005-05-11

these days I am just suffering;however, luckily I have this CD as my companion. It gives me a lot of pleasure and soothes my troubled mind. Highly recommended. You will not regret buying this CD. Believe me.

5 out of 5 stars Manze at his best.......2003-10-10

As a violin fanatic, I was very anxious to get my hands on this CD! However, I was not expecting it to be as wonderful as it is! Manze's intonation and technique are flawless, as always, and his up-beat tempos in the fast sections make what the entire concert exciting. The slow movements are played with care and not "astringent" like some other period-instrument performances I have heard. Manze is not the only star on this recording: the entire Romanesca Ensemble is superb in balance and technique. Since I love Biber's Rosenkranz Sontatas, I was happy to see the arrangment on this disc. Schmelzer seems to pick up right where Biber left off, giving the sonata a fun and exhilerating Turkish concept. Here's to yet another disc that beautifully introduces us to a virtually unknown Baroque composer! Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars Double Bonus.......2002-01-26

Recently I discovered Biber's Violin Sonatas performed by Romanesca. I was so impressed with that CD, I decided to find out what else Andrew and his friends had been up to. That is when I discovered this CD. This has turned out to be a double bonus. Not only is the performance by Romanesca outstanding, but also I found Schmelzer to be quite intriguing. Everything the previous reviewers have said is absolutely true. Schmelzer is beautiful, lyrical, haunting, and yes he does fall into the Godiva category. To quantify this, this is the perfect morning CD if you are looking to be eased into your day as opposed to breaking into it with Vivaldi. It's also the perfect CD to unwind with after a stressful day. It's so emotional you can't help but be pulled out of your universe forgetting all your daytime woes.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful, scholarly rendition.......2001-08-25

This is a wonderful recording! Scholarly performance, beautifully rendered. This has quickly become one of my favourite early music recordings of all time. This is a great ensemble. I love the twang of the theorbo, especially the 'growl-twang' of the low notes when they're plucked hard. The theorbo is just a neat instrument, period. I'd be thrilled to play a harpsichord that sounds like this one. The continuo organ is a little gem. Vibrato on the violin is rare, sprinkled very judiciously as ornamentation only (the way it should be). On a scale of Hershey's to Godiva, this recording is way on the Godiva end! CAUTION: This is not schmaltzy classical music. It is unsuitable for the blue-haired.
J.H. Schmeltzer Sonatas; Balletti Francesi; Ciaconna
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    		J.H. Schmeltzer Sonatas; Balletti Francesi; Ciaconna

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    ASIN: B00000296H
    Release Date: 1993-11-02

    Tracks:

    1. Sonata a 8 per chiesa e camera
    2. Sonata X
    3. Ciacconna a 3 chori
    4. Sonata con tribus violinis
    5. Sonata ad tabulam a 4
    6. Lamento sopra la morte Ferdinandi III
    7. Sonata a 5 per camera al giorno delle correggie
    8. Sonata III
    9. Sonata a 5
    10. Balletti francesi
    11. Sonata con ariae a 9 zu der Kayserlichen Serenade
    Schmelzer:Sonate unarum fidium
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      Manufacturer: Cavalli
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      Release Date: 1999-09-01
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        Release Date: 2000-07-25
        Kerll: Oeuvres Pour Orgue, Sonatae Unarum Fidium
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          		Kerll: Oeuvres Pour Orgue, Sonatae Unarum Fidium

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          ASIN: B0000560NV
          Release Date: 2001-03-13

          Tracks:

          1. Toccata 1
          2. Son Quinta
          3. Toccata 4
          4. Son Quarta
          5. Canzona 4
          6. Son Sesta
          7. Toccata 3
          8. Son Secunda
          9. Toccata 5
          10. Son Tertia
          11. Passacaglia
          German Baroque Chamber Music 3
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            		German Baroque Chamber Music 3

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            ASIN: B00000450A
            Release Date: 1995-12-01

            Tracks:

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            2. Son Prima
            3. Son Seconda
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            5. Canzon
            6. Son A 3
            7. Paduana E Galliard
            8. Son VI
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            13. Paduana
            14. Son A 3 Fiauti
            15. Kanon

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