Dufour: Pièces de Clavecin

De Luca, Fernando

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Pierre-Thomas Dufour's (c. 1721-1786) "Pièces de Clavecin" is a remarkable collection of keyboard music from the Baroque era. Composed in the 18th century, these pieces showcase Dufour's exceptional talent as a harpsichordist and composer. The collection consists of a series of captivating works, such as (court) dances and titled works like La Majestueuse, La Triomphante and Les Scithes, which epitomize the elegance and intricacy of French Baroque music.

Dufour's "Pièces de Clavecin" are characterized by their ornate ornamentation, graceful melodies, and intricate counterpoint. They are a testament to the refined musical tastes of the time, with their delicate phrasing and use of ornamentation to add nuance and expression to the music.

Played by Fernando De Luca, one of Italy’s foremost harpsichord players, who recorded to great critical acclaim the complete keyboard works by Graupner (BC96131) and Moyreau (BC96285), published by Brilliant Classics. His recording of works by Jollage received 5 stars in the French Diapason.

Works:

•Dufour, P-T: Harpsichord Concerto in B flat major
•Dufour, P-T: Harpsichord Concerto in E flat major
•Dufour, P-T: Pièces de clavecin, Op. 1

CD x 2

Brilliant Classics

2023-11-29

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