The Genius of Handel: Most Brilliant Oboe Concertos | Music for Early Autumn

Step into the golden tones of early autumn with the lyrical beauty of Handel’s most brilliant concertos for oboe and orchestra. Featuring both well-known and rarely heard works, this playlist offers a rich blend of pastoral elegance, Baroque charm, and emotional depth — all brought to life through the expressive voice of the oboe.
From the poignant Grave of the G Minor Concerto to the dancing Allegros of Handel’s pasticcios, this carefully curated collection is ideal for quiet mornings, thoughtful listening, or simply celebrating the season’s change.
Let the oboe sing — and discover why Handel’s melodic genius continues to enchant listeners centuries later.

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🎻 This recording brings together three outstanding forces in Baroque performance:
Andrius Puskunigis, a highly respected Lithuanian oboist, brings expressive depth and clarity to both the oboe and the rare oboe d’amore. Known for his refined tone and stylistic insight, Puskunigis captures the vocal quality of Handel’s writing with sensitivity and grace.
At the harpsichord and leading the ensemble is Vincent Bernhardt, a French harpsichordist and conductor acclaimed for his historically informed approach. His direction balances energy and elegance, breathing fresh life into these Baroque gems.
They are joined by the Klaipėda Chamber Orchestra, one of Lithuania’s leading ensembles, praised for their versatility and nuanced playing. Together, they deliver a performance that is both authentic and emotionally engaging — a perfect match for Handel’s richly expressive concertos.

*Background image: Autumn by Franz Courtens (public domain)

Tracklist:
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Composers: George Frideric Handel
Artists: Andrius Puskunigis (oboe & oboe d'amore), Vincent Bernhardt (harpsichord & conductor) & Klaipeda Chamber Orchestra

00:00:00 Oboe Concerto in G Minor, HWV 287: I. Grave
00:02:32 Oboe Concerto in G Minor, HWV 287: II. Allegro
00:04:10 Oboe Concerto in G Minor, HWV 287: III. Sarabande. Largo
00:06:21 Oboe Concerto in G Minor, HWV 287: IV. Allegro
00:07:54 Concerto-pasticcio in C Major: I. Largo
00:09:40 Concerto-pasticcio in C Major: II. Allegro
00:12:26 Concerto-pasticcio in C Major: III. Largo
00:16:41 Concerto-pasticcio in C Major: IV. Allegro
00:22:17 Concerto in C Minor: I. Allegro
00:27:33 Concerto in C Minor: II. Adagio
00:30:48 Concerto in C Minor: III. Allegro
00:35:16 Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3, HWV 314: I. Largo e staccato
00:36:23 Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3, HWV 314: II. Allegro
00:38:48 Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3, HWV 314: III. Adagio
00:39:57 Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3, HWV 314: IV. Allegro
00:43:34 Concerto á 5 in C Minor: I. Allegro ma non presto
00:45:33 Concerto á 5 in C Minor: II. Adagio
00:47:57 Concerto á 5 in C Minor: III. Allegro
00:49:42 Concerto-pasticcio in D Major: I. Larghetto
00:52:16 Concerto-pasticcio in D Major: II. Allegro
00:57:32 Concerto-pasticcio in D Major: III. Larghetto
01:00:47 Concerto-pasticcio in D Major: V. Allegro

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