Baroque violin refers to a style of music and mode of performance that seeks to recreate the sound and aesthetic sensibilities of the Baroque period, which spanned from roughly 1600 to 1750. Characterized by its ornate expressiveness and intricate counterpoint, baroque music employs specific techniques such as ornamentation, and bowing styles that distinguish it from later classical forms. Violinists like Lucy van Dael and Fabio Biondi use historically-informed practices, performing on period instruments with gut strings and baroque bows, or modern replicas thereof, to deliver a sound that is brighter, more textured, and arguably more authentic to the time. This genre often features the works of composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel, offering listeners a rich tapestry of sound that is both nuanced and vigorously embellished.

Mozart: Posthornserenade

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart•

Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg•

Reinhard Goebel

Album - 9 Tracks - Released March 21, 2025