Johann Wilhelm Hässler was a great and famous keyboard virtuoso in the second half of the 18th century. His style forms a bridge between the Baroque and the early Classical era, a period of "Sturm und Drang", highly virtuosic in it's expression of feelings and character. In this new premiere recording, Harpsichordist Michele Benuzzi undertook thorough research into this music before he prepared the present edition.
15 Ariette Mit Einigen Veraderungen, Der Demoisel Scherniss in Erfurth Zugeeignet
16 Fantaisie Et Sonate, Op. 17: Fantasia in E minor
17 I. Poco Allegro
18 II. Largo
19 III. Presto
Johann Wilhelm Hässler was a great and famous keyboard virtuoso in the second half of the 18th century. His style forms a bridge between the Baroque and the early Classical era, a period of "Sturm und Drang", highly virtuosic in it's expression of feelings and character. In this new premiere recording, Harpsichordist Michele Benuzzi undertook thorough research into this music before he prepared the present edition.