Between 1975 and 1983, Jordi Savall recorded five albums, including the most beautiful pieces from each of the five ‘Books of Pieces for the Viol’ composed by Marin Marais between 1686 and 1725. A silence of nearly 250 years came to an end. A repertoire - and even better, an instrument - returned from oblivion.

The memory of a composer had never been so closely linked to the performing art of amusician. 35 years after the beginning of this history-making enterprise, the five Astree albums are offered in a remastered sound, that fully rewards the genius of Marin Marais and Jordi Savall.

Luxuriously documented – as always with Alia Vox - this anthology is a must-have for any Baroque music lover.

Contents:
Premier Livre de pieces de Viole (1686)
- Pieces a deux violes (with Christophe Coin)
Recorded 1978

- Deuxieme Livre de pieces de viole (1701)
Recorded 1975

- Troisieme Livre de pieces de viole (1711)
Recorded 1983

- Quatrieme Livre de pieces de viole (1717), Suite d’un Gout etranger
Recorded 1977

Cinquieme Livre de pieces de viole (1725)
Recorded 1983