From Quills to Quaintness

 

This recital explores how composers across centuries have discovered fresh paths within established traditions. Each work draws on forms that were already somewhat old-fashioned in its time, yet is imbued with a distinctive personal voice and a flair for virtuosity. All three are essentially keyboard suites, a form whose earliest exponents were conceived for harpsichords played with quills.

 

Programme

George Frederic Handel: Suite no. 7 in G minor, HWV 432

I. Ouverture: Largo — Presto — Largo

II. Andante

III. Allegro

IV. Sarabande

V. Gigue

VI. Passacaille

Francis Poulenc: 3 pièces, FP 48

I. Pastorale

II. Hymne

III. Toccata

Stephen Hough: Partita (2016)

I. Overture

II. Capriccio

III. Cançion y Danza I

IV. Cançion y Danza II

V. Toccata

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