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Music by Biber,
played by The Parley of Instruments -
and recommended by
RON BIERMAN

'... an outstanding performance.'

Heinrich Biber - The Parley of Instruments. © 2000 Hyperion Records Ltd

Heinrich Biber was the Paganini of the seventeenth century. The alternate tunings and frequent double stops of his Mystery Sonatas remain a challenge for modern violinists. The Sonatae tam aris, quam aulis servientes (Sonatas as much for the altar as for the table) are less demanding, but still require substantial skill. Valveless trumpets are even asked to navigate a minor key. The Parley of Instruments sails through all obstacles.

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Copyright © 9 March 2003 Ron Bierman, San Diego, USA

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