2025 FESTIVAL | June 8–15, 2025
Enrico Gatti, violin, Marcello Gatti, flute & Friends
Flatteusement, Vivement & Tendrement: The power of love and affection in Paris
Italian brothers Enrico and Marcello Gatti have each distinguished themselves among the world’s finest virtuosos performing alongside Early Music’s leading ensembles and at major festivals across their respective careers. Join them for an intimate program featuring works from Telemann’s celebrated Paris Quartets. The first of two collections, each comprising six works, was originally published in Hamburg before being reissued in Paris in 1736 as a prelude to the composer’s visit to the city the following year. During his stay, Telemann wrote six new quartets for the same instruments, which were published in 1738. Stylish and inventive, these masterpieces are a testament to Telemann’s brilliance and have delighted audiences for centuries with their vivacious yet intricate melodies.
“[Enrico] Gatti exhibits virtuosity, musicality and panache.”
ARTISTS
Arnie Tanimoto, viola da gamba; Anna Fontana, harpsichord