Credits:

Erik Bosgraaf

Description:

18th-century Polish folk music material transcribed by Telemann, reconstructed for early music ensembles[Overview]The Rostock Manuscript CollectionA collection of transcriptions of Polish folk dance tunes by Telemann, discovered in 1987 at the University Library of Rostock in East Germany. It contains 31 pieces of very brief folk material, each consisting only of a melody and a simple bass line.Recomposition ProcessThe collection of transcriptions is essentially a set of notes; as such, the pieces cannot be performed properly in their original form. Therefore, this project has created music that is sufficiently compelling for modern audiences and conveys a lively charm. The virtuosic recorder playing is also a highlight.[Performance]Eric Boschraaf (Recorder)He majored in recorder at the Amsterdam Conservatory and earned a masters degree in musicology from Utrecht University. Recognized as one