John Kitchen - Instruments from the Russell Collection Vol. 1 (2001)
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue & Log) ~ 472 Mb | Total time: 75:53 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Delphian | # DCD34001 | Recorded: 2000
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue & Log) ~ 472 Mb | Total time: 75:53 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Delphian | # DCD34001 | Recorded: 2000
This disc is intended to introduce a collection of keyboard instruments in Edinburgh, Scotland, but actually it accomplishes much more. The instruments featured here were built all over Europe, with the majority from the British Isles or France. They date from between 1586 and 1810, with the first example being an Italian virginal and the final one a fortepiano. Along the way come harpsichords of various kinds, a clavichord, and a small organ. Brief but relevant and engaging histories are given for each instrument.