The Philosopher King

St. Mark's Trinity Church, February 10, 2001

Known for his military prowess, Frederick the Great also courted the fine arts, with interests in philosophy, French painting and music. This avid flutist and composer maintained a lengthy correspondence with Voltaire and employed some of Europe’s finest musicians. Join the ensemble in works by C.P.E. Bach, Kirnberger, Benda and Fred himself!

Programme:

Carl Heinrich Graun:
Trio Sonata in D major

Frederick the Great of Prussia:
Sonata in e minor

Jiri Antonin Benda:
Trio Sonata in C major

Johann Philipp Kirnberger:
Trio Sonata in g minor

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach:
Trio Sonata in b minor

Musicians:

Sonja Boon – baroque flute
Paul Luchkow – baroque violin
Laura Kramer – baroque cello
Valerie Weeks – harpsichord

“...in the measure that the mind acquires more enlightenment, the heart acquires more passion...”
Denis Diderot

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