HANDEL / HAYDN

 

Angela Hewitt plays Handel & Haydn

 

George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

Chaconne (with 21 variations) in G major HWV435

Suite No. 2 in F major HWV427

Suite No. 8 in F minor HWV433

 

Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)

Sonata ‘Un piccolo divertimento’ (Variations in F minor) HOB XVII:6

Piano Sonata in E flat major HOB XVI:52

 

Recorded and released in the ‘anniversary year’ of both Handel and Haydn, this disc is an effusive celebration of the two composers, performed by an artist whose renditions of 17th- and 18th-century keyboard works on the piano have received the highest possible acclaim. This recital is a welcome gesture from the ‘high priestess of Bach’ (Sunday Times). As you will hear, Hewitt’s trademark clarity of line, singing tone and instinctive musicality are perfectly suited to the urbane elegance of the works recorded here.

 

In a fascinating and personal booklet note, Angela Hewitt takes the listener through her own childhood experiences of the works of Handel and Haydn that led her to select the works for this disc, and includes an interesting discussion of historical performance practice. This is an enchanting release that will delight Angela’s legion of fans.

 

Total Duration: 67'25

 

Hyperion CDA67736