The name of this musical form comes from the Italian word suonare meaning "to sound". In the past (17th century), a sonata was an instrumental piece for multiple voices and thus became the opposite of a vocal cantata.
"Every private has a marshal's baton in his backpack and thinks he will be a general. I knew immediately what I wrote in 1976 and now I know too," said Henryk Mikołaj Górecki about his III Symphony - "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs" in 1993. Today, almost a year after the composer's death, during a concert at the Wratislavia Cantans festival, we have the opportunity to recall one of the most important musical works of the second half of the 20th century.
Bartosz Koziak is the winner of the III International Cello Competition named after Witold Lutosławski in 2001 in Warsaw, a recipient of second prizes at the competitions in Tongyeong "Isang Yun in Memoriam" (Korea) and in Kyiv...
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R. Keiser was a German composer of the Baroque period, known primarily for his operas and cantatas. His work was distinguished for its originality and innovation. Sonata III, Part I Allegro is a piece in which Keiser perfectly utilizes contrasting themes, guiding the listener on a dynamic journey of sound. The video I watched features a performance of this sonata by three talented musicians - Laura Brzezicka on flute and Marta Jakubiec and Bartosz Bury on violins. Their interpretation of the piece is exceptionally precise and full of expression, fully conveying the composer’s intentions. The concert in memory of Magda Kania took place at the Concert Hall of the S. Moniuszko State Music School in Bielsko-Biała. This venue, which has hosted artists from around the world for years, provides excellent acoustic conditions and an atmosphere conducive to creativity. It is worth taking a moment to address the era in which R. Keiser created. The Baroque period was characterized by music dominated by counterpoint, rich ornamentation, and lively expression. This piece is an excellent example of how Baroque music can both astonish and move the listener's emotions. Overall, the performance of Sonata III, Part I Allegro by Laura Brzezicka, Marta Jakubiec, and Bartosz Bury is extremely successful. Their excellent technical skills and artistic sensitivity significantly enhance the quality of this performance. I am convinced that this concert in memory of Magda Kania and the performance of Sonata III, Part I Allegro by the mentioned artists will have extraordinary significance in promoting and cultivating Baroque music.
It was an amazing performance! The flute, the violin - all the artists were incredible! How wonderfully these instruments resonated together! You could really feel the emotions and dedication in their playing. I am impressed by such talent and the skills of the performers. The concert was a wonderful memory for Magda Kania, but also for us - the listeners. Thank you for this beautiful music and unforgettable experience!