Michelangelo Galilei, Suites For Lute
ACIS, 2024
8/10
Listen to Michelangelo Galilei, Suites For Lute
A highly technical body of work, these selections from Richard Kolb were captured on August 22–24, 2023 at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Tannersville, New York.
“Suite in B flat major” opens the listen with 4 chapters that emit much beauty and warmth via the detailed string prowess that’s both fascinating and cozy, and “Suite in D minor” follows with the very careful progressions that are melodic and eloquent in Kolb’s capable hands.
Landing in the middle is the adventurous dynamics of “Suite in G minor”, while “Suite in A minor radiates tremendous diversity and skill of the lute.
The final selection, “Suite in G major”, balances both intimacy and power thanks to the harmonic gestures and timeless appeal of the flowing instrumentation.
Kolb handles his instrument with incredible care, where a very lyrical approach is taken that showcases unparalleled phrasing, as the intricate plucking and baroque climate is greatly appreciated.
Travels well with: Rami Levin- Wings; Ian Pomerantz- Art Songs Of The Jewish Diaspora