Jupiter

Description

Jupiter in music with harp and lute: baroque quintessence on the program!The album "Jupiter" highlights transcriptions for harp of emblematic 18th-century pieces, originally composed for the harpsichord and viola da gamba. Harpist Constance Luzzati and theorbo player Caroline Delume explore the limits of their instruments by adapting works by Forqueray, Royer, and Duphly, offering a new perspective on these historical compositions. The recording reveals heightened expressiveness and a unique harmonic richness, with pieces like "Les Baricades mistérieuses" by Couperin and "La Forqueray" by Duphly fully exploiting the sonic qualities of the harp. The album stands out for its ability to blend the timbres of the harp and theorbo, sometimes creating the illusion of a third hybrid instrument. "Jupiter" illustrates the art of transcription and interpretation, paying homage to the virtuosity and audacity of baroque composers.