Michael Schneider is a highly regarded German conductor, recorder player, and flautist, specializing in Baroque and Classical era music. His extensive contribution to the world of historically informed performance practice distinguishes him as an authority in the interpretation of works from these periods. Schneider's career spans several decades during which he has founded and led the ensemble La Stagione Frankfurt, a group dedicated to the authentic performances of 17th and 18th-century music. His expertise and passion shine through in his recordings, and his discography marks him as one of the leading interpreters of Telemann's work, as evidenced by his comprehensive series on "The Grand Concertos for Mixed Instruments".

Apart from his well-received Telemann series, Michael Schneider's wide-ranging repertoire also extends to the likes of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach and Johann Christian Bach, exploring their lesser-known yet significant contributions to sacred choral and orchestral music. Beyond the Baroque, he has actively unearthed and recorded the works of lesser-known composers such as Carl Friedrich Abel, bringing to light the symphonic charms of the 18th century. As an artist, Schneider is committed to a blend of scholarly insight and performance excellence, with a particular penchant for revealing the sheer vitality and emotive power of Baroque music. His release, "The Last Orchestral Works," exemplifies his dedication to the genre and his skill in encapsulating the dramatic essence of historical music for contemporary audiences.

Genres

Baroque Woodwind

Historically Informed Performance

Recorder

Latest Release

The Last Orchestral Works

Georg Philipp Telemann•

La Stagione Frankfurt•

Michael Schneider

Album - 59 Tracks - Released March 27, 2023