Sweet Melancholy lute lutenist Toyohiko Satoh takes on

lutenist Toyohiko Satoh takes on one of the most famous and enigmatic works of French baroque lute literature: The collection "La Rhétorique des Dieux" published by Denis Gaultier (1603-1672)

Satoh's interpretation is entirely committed to the profound simplicity and clarity of this music

With more than 70% previously unpublished pieces and based on rare historical sources

Terzi’s works combine expressive depth with extraordinary inventiveness

In times of social uncertainty and personal challenges

Sweet Melancholy lute lutenist Toyohiko Satoh takes onFlorent Marie renaissance lute About the album French lutenist Florent Marie's new solo album is dedicated to the music of John Dowland, one of the greatest composers ever for his instrument. The selection of pieces on this album deliberately includes both the sombre and melancholy as well as the more cheerful and uplifting pieces from the composer's oeuvre, creating a rich and colorful musical bouquet of works by the famous Elizabethan lute master.