Ensemble Diderot; Johannes Pramsohler - Sonate a Quattro: Goldberg, Fasch, Handel, Janitsch, Telemann

Ensemble Diderot established itself as an internationally renowned ambassador for the masterful late repertoire of the 'sonata a tre'. Having given new polish to well-known major works of the literature as well as adding unknown treasures to the canon, it takes up in this programme the repertoire of the 'sonata a quattro'. Owing to its appearance shortly before the emergence of the string quartet, the 'sonata a quattro' was largely disregarded, yet occupied an important intermediary role between the baroque the early classical era.

Ensemble Diderot's performances balance grace and gravitas in equal measure. The playing is stylish, agile, incisive � above all, characterised by rhetorical articulation, rhythmic drive and a robust, sinewy sound. � BBC Music Magazine (Performance 4 STARS, Recording 4 STARS)