Stradella / Ferraris,M. / Ephrikian / Ferraris,B. Violin Sonatas / Chamber Music CD

Alessandro Stradella enjoyed such a high reputation during his career that he never lacked powerful patrons and commissions. Regarded by some as the Mozart of the 17th century, this compilation shows Stradella's impeccable musicianship even when no text is present. Newton Classic regulars Mario Ferraris and Angelo Ephrikian are soaked in the idiom, and offer pleasing, elegant performances.

1. Violin Sonata No. 10 in a Minor 2. Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major 3. Violin Sonata No. 9 in G Major 4. Violin Sonata No. 5 in E minor 5. Violin Sonata No. 6 in F Major 6. Violin Sonata No. 11 in a Minor 7. Violin Sonata No. 4 in D minor 8. Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor 9. Violin Sonata No. 7 in F Major 10. Violin Sonata No. 2 in D Major 11. Violin Sonata No. 8 in F Major 12. Sonata for Violin and Cello No. 1 in D minor 13. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 2 in D Major 14. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 9 in A minor 15. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 4 in D Major 16. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 8 in A minor 17. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 3 in D Major 18. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 7 in G Major 19. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 5 in F Major 20. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 6 in F Major 21. Sonata for 2 Violins No. 1 in C Major 22. Trumpet Sonata in D Major 23. Sonata for 2 Violins and 2 Cornets No. 1 in D Major 24. Sonata Di Viole in D Major, 'Concerto - Concerto Grosso' 25. Sonata for Violin and Cello No. 2 in B Flat Major 26. Theme and Variations