Valerie Cormier Playboy's Sexy Wives (set 1)

The Equation of Time is the Charke-Cormier Duo’s third album and their second to feature recital programming that spans various genres and styles. Like their first album, Ex Tempore, it showcases their shared aspiration to play music both old and new, original works and arrangements, to explore the stunning timbral combination of flute and guitar. Also like their first album, The Equation of Time begins with the music of Brazilian-Canadian guitarist and composer Celso Machado. Sambamar, Machado’s second book of music for flute and guitar, is a collection of six dance-inspired pieces with evocative titles. In addition to being the composer, Machado is featured as a percussion performer on all six tracks on this recording.

Bach's six suites for cello (BWV 1007 to 1012) are regarded as the must-haves of the instrument's repertoire. In this recording, Valérie Aimard offers a generous version that radiates without ever seeking effect for its own sake. With finesse and subtlety, the performer honours Bach's greatness.