Scylla Glaucus by Leclair, Les Nouveaux Caractères, Sébastien d'Hérin is a musical masterpiece that has captured the hearts of many. The album is a collection of baroque music that takes listeners on a journey through time. The music is performed by Les Nouveaux Caractères, an ensemble that specializes in baroque music, and is conducted by Sébastien d'Hérin.
The album features the music of Jean-Marie Leclair, a French composer who was a master of the violin. The music is performed with great skill and precision, and the musicians bring out the beauty and complexity of the compositions. The album is a testament to the talent and dedication of the musicians, and it is clear that they have put their hearts and souls into this project.
One of the highlights of the album is the suite for two violins and basso continuo. The music is playful and joyful, and the musicians bring out the intricate interplay between the two violins. Another standout track is the sonata for violin and basso continuo, which showcases the virtuosity of the violinist.
About Leclair, Les Nouveaux Caractères, Sébastien d'Hérin
French baroque violinist and composer (Lyon May 10, 1697 - Paris October 22, 1764). Also known as Jean-Marie Leclair the Elder (Jean-Marie Leclair dit L'Aîné).
He studied the violin in Turin, Italy. From 1723, he played at the Concert Spirituel in Paris, the main semi-public music series.
In 1733, he was named "ordinaire de la musique" by Louis XV, but he resigned in 1737 after a clash with Guidon over control of the musique du Roy.
Leclair was then engaged by the Princess of Orange, and from 1738 until 1743 he served three months annually at her court in The Hague.
He returned to Paris in 1743, where his only opera "Scylla et Glaucus" was first performed in 1746. From 1740 until his death, he served the Duke of Gramont.
In 1764, he was found stabbed to death near his small house in a dangerous Parisian neighborhood.
Leclair was renowned as a violinist and as a composer: many suites, sonatas and concertos survive along with his opera, while some vocal works, ballets, and other stage music is lost.
His brothers Jean-Marie Leclair the Younger (170377), Pierre Leclair (170984) and Jean-Benoît (1714-after 1759) were also musicians.n
Scylla Glaucus by Leclair, Les Nouveaux Caractères, Sébastien d'Hérin is a must-have for anyone who loves baroque music. The album is a testament to the beauty and complexity of this genre, and it is performed with great skill and passion by some of the best musicians in the business. Whether you are a fan of baroque music or just appreciate great music in general, this album is sure to delight and inspire you.