MUSICA PACIFICA
Elizabeth Blumenstock, violin
David Morris, ‘cello/viola da gamba
Charles Sherman, harpsichord
Musica Pacifica has achieved recognition as one of North America's premiere baroque ensembles soon after the group's founding in 1990. The artists are major performers in world known orchestral groups, such as Philaharmonia Baroque and SF Symphony, and have performed the world over, and recorded dozens of CD’s under major labels.
Friday, September 5, 2008, 7:00 pm Burlingame Hall, 252 West Spain Street Sonoma.
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Program Notes
Trio Sonata in C Major, BWV 530 (after Organ Trio No. 6 in G major) Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Sonata Decima Dario Castello (fl. 1620) Passacalle Andrea Falconiero (1586-1656)
Sonata Sopra L'Aria Di Ruggiero Salomone Rossi (16th-17th century)
Chaconne - Two in one upon a Ground Henry Purcell (1659-1695)
Concerto in G major, RV 312R (arr.) Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)
Sonata in G major Nicola Matteis (d. 1714?)
Sonata No. 1 in A major; “Paris Quartets” (1730) Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767)
Suite from Les Indes Galantes Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764)
About the Artists
Judith Linsenberg, recorder, has been hailed for her "virtuosity," "expressivity," and "fearless playing." She has performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe, including solo appearances at the Hollywood Bowl and Lincoln Center; and has been featured with such leading American ensembles as the San Francisco Symphony.
Elizabeth Blumenstock, whose performances have been called "magical," "rapturous," and "riveting," is one of the country's leading baroque violinists. A frequent soloist, concertmaster, and leader with Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra.
David Morris, 'cello/viola da gamba, is a member of Musica Pacifica, The King’s Noyse and the Sex Chordae Consort of Viols, and has performed with Tafelmusik, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, American Bach Soloists, the Los Angeles, Portland and Seattle Baroque Orchestras, Musica Angelica and the Mark Morris Dance Company.
Charles Sherman, harpsichord, is recognized as one of the leading harpsichord soloists and continuo players in the country and has been called a "fluent virtuoso" by the Los Angeles Times. In addition to Musica Pacifica, he is currently a member of Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Musica Angelica.