DESCRIPTION:
Jean-Marie Leclair (1697-1764) is considered the founder of the French violin school. His violin sonatas show a perfect synthesis of the French and Italian styles. Even though his first book of sonatas were written before his second trip to Italy to update himself on the latest on violin playing, they still make many demands on the performer.

Violin Sonata Op.1 No.1 in A minor
Adagio - Allemanda:Allegro 2:07 - Aria:Grazioso 7:22 - Giga:Allegro 14:00

Adrian Butterfield, violin
Alison McGillivray, viola da gamba
Laurence Cummings, harpsichord