Search - Georg Philipp Telemann, Thomas Tomkins, David Loeb :: Trio Sonata: Music for Flute, Oboe and Guitar

This ensemble is clearly out to entertain. The program includes three genuine Baroque trio sonatas (Telemann, Quantz, and Vivaldi), all stylishly played on modern flute, oboe, and guitar. The remainder of the program includes lightweight Baroque and accessible contemporary pieces, mostly in arrangements. None of this is very important, perhaps, but the members of the group all play extremely well, individually and together; and their performances are stylish and entertaining throughout. One new piece, an arranged song by Torgerson called, "Clear out of Touch with Time," has proven to be the group's biggest "hit," and it's lovely. Highly recommended for quiet times or cocktail parties. --Leslie Gerber