Johann Baptist Vanhal (1739-1813) Episode 1 of 5: A Forgotten Master
Donald Macleod introduces a musician and composer whose prodigious gifts took him from rural Bohemia to the very top of the musical world in 18th-century Vienna, where he was celebrated alongside Haydn and Mozart, his occasional quartet partners.
Vanhal's story has all the ingredients for a great musical drama: escape from bondage, early success dashed by sudden personal crisis, and a remarkable re-birth won through faith, talent and strength of character. This week, Donald Macleod explores how Vanhal became one of the most celebrated musicians of his age and reveals how his music, despite falling into relative obscurity, has lost none of its shine.
00:01 Johann Baptist Vanhal Quartet In A Major Op.33`2 For Strings - 1st Movt. Ensemble: Vitamin String Quartet
00:11 Johann Baptist Vanhal Missa Solemnis For Satb Soloists, Chorus & Orchestra Singer: Mary Enid Haines Singer: Nina Scott Stoddart Singer: Colin Ainsworth Singer: Steven Pitkanen Choir: Voices New Zealand Ensemble: Aradia Baroque Ensemble Conductor: Uwe Grodd
00:27 Johann Baptist Vanhal 6 Variations Op.42 For Oboe And Guitar Performer: Simon Wynberg Performer: John Anderson
00:37 Johann Baptist Vanhal Symphony In G Minor Orchestra: Toronto Camerata Conductor: Kevin Mallon
First broadcast: 28 Sep 2015 (b06dbdk1) http://vk.com/wall-71199334_102