0.00 I. (Allegro)
1:46 II. Andante
3:53 III. Allegro
Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel (1690-1749) was a highly prolific German composer of the Baroque era, active primarily in Gotha and Sondershausen. Though less celebrated than some of his contemporaries like Bach and Handel, Stölzel left behind a vast and varied body of work, including operas, oratorios, concertos, cantatas, and numerous instrumental pieces. He held prestigious positions as Kapellmeister, and his music blended elements of German and Italian styles, showcasing his mastery of melody, harmony, and counterpoint. While his works largely faded into obscurity after his death, there has been a resurgence of interest in Stölzel's music in recent decades, revealing the richness and beauty of his compositions.
Registration
I.
Copel 8' + Flauta 4' + Quint 3'
Principal 8' + Doublet 2'
Principal 16' + Flauta 8'
II.
Copel 8' + Flet 4'
Flauta 8' + Salicet 8' + Gamba 8'
Principal 16 ' + Flauta 8'
III.
Copel 8'+ Flauta 4' + Doublet 2'
Principal 8'+ Flet 4' + Doubelt 2' + Mixtur
Principal 16' + Copel 16' + Flauta 8'