Early Music Forum of Scotland News

This clever selection of repertoire opens with a number of works which customarily fall between the cracks. The music by Samuel Capricornus, Tarquinio Merula, Dietrich Buxtehude and Daniel Purcell more than justifies its inclusion, and as with the more familiar repertoire by Vivaldi, Handel and Telemann which follows, it is radiantly and intelligently sung by Linda Pedrillo. She is ably supported by Cordario under the direction of Walter Reiter, whose obligato violin playing is also beautifully expressive. A wide range of continuo instruments ensures a constantly varying textures and the whole venture is underpinned by a delightful freshness and musicality.

D James Ross