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Biber: Mystery in Gm No16; Mystery in Dm No4

Moroney; Moroney; Holloway; Tragicomedia

"John Holloway's strong instrumental personality is very telling." (The Penguin Guide)

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Biber: The Mystery Sonatas

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Biber: Mystery Sonatas (16), for violin & basso continuo (or solo violin), C. 90-105

Moroney; Moroney; Holloway; Tragicomedia

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"The 15 Mystery Sonatas with their additional Passacaglia for unaccompanied violin were written in about 1678 and dedicated to Biber's employer, the Archbishop of Salzburg... The Sonatas are disposed into three groups of five: Joyful, Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries whose contrasting states are affectingly evoked in music ranging from a spirit reflecting South German baroque exuberance to one of profound contemplation. John Holloway plays with imaginative sensibility and he is supported by a first-rate continuo group."

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"Holloway's performance stands well against the competition and not least for the imaginative support he gets from his colourful continuo group. The approach is gently reflective, virtuosic where required and firmly in touch with the many dance rhythms which lie at the heart of the music."

BBC Music Magazine

"John Holloway's strong instrumental personality is very telling."

The Penguin Guide

Label:
Virgin

Range:
Virgin Veritas X 2

Catalogue Number:
5620622

Barcode:
724356206229

Release Date:
28th Nov 2005

Recording Date:
1st Jul 1989

Recording Location:
St. Martin's Church, Newbury, Berkshire, England

Producer:
John H. West

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