Short bio Anton Fils
Full biography Anton Fils
Anton Fils was a German composer and cellist of the Baroque era, born in Eichstätt, Bavaria in 1733. He was the son of Johann Georg Fils, a musician who served as a cellist in the court chapel of Eichstätt. Anton Fils followed in his father's footsteps and eventually became a well-known musician in his own right.
Fils spent most of his career working in Mannheim, one of the most important musical centers of the 18th century, where he played cello in the court orchestra. He was also a prolific composer, known for his chamber music and symphonies, which were highly regarded in his time.
One of Fils' most famous works is his Symphony in D major, which was written in the mid-1700s. This piece is a beautiful example of the galant style, a musical style that was popular in Europe in the 18th century. It is characterized by light, elegant melodies and simple harmonies, and is often associated with the Rococo art movement.
In addition to his symphonies, Fils also composed a number of chamber works, including sonatas for cello and continuo, and string quartets. These compositions are marked by their clear, concise melodies, and their beautiful use of counterpoint.
Fils' career was cut short, however, when he died suddenly in Mannheim in 1760, at the age of just 27. Despite his short life, Fils left behind a rich legacy of musical compositions, which continue to be enjoyed and appreciated by music lovers today.
Compositions featuring Anton Fils
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flute Concerto in D Major | 19:09 min | Concerto | - |
| 2 | Sinfonia in G minor | 15:19 min | Symphony | - |
| 3 | Sonata for cello & continuo in C minor, Op. 5/3 | 15:15 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 4 | Sonata for cello & continuo in D major, Op. 5/1 | 13:12 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 5 | Trio for 2 violins, cello & continuo in D major | 13:35 min | Chamber Music | - |
Albums featuring Anton Fils
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Anton Fils - L'Orfeo Barockorchester, Michi Gaigg – Symphonies(CD, Album) | 2002 | cpo |
| 2 |  |
Kraus, Filtz, J.C. Bach, Vienna Radio Orchestra, Gabor Ötvös – Kraus / Filtz / J.C. Bach: Symphonies Of The Eighteenth Century | 1967 | Westminster |
| 3 |  |
Missa Solemnis / Christmas Carols Of European Nations | 1962 | Supraphon |
| 4 |  |
Johann Stamitz / Franz Xaver Richter / Carlo Giuseppe Toeschi / Anton Filtz – Music In Old Towns And Residences (VI) Mannheim: At The Court Of Prince Karl Theodor von Der Pfalz | 1961 | World Record Club |
| 5 |  |
Prague Chamber Orchestra Plays Jan Václav Stamic, Karel Stamic, Antonín Fils, František Xaver Richter – Musica Antiqua Bohemica 16(LP, Album, Mono) | - | Supraphon |
| 6 |  |
František Xaver Brixi - Antonin Fils, Czech Singer Choir, Prague Symphony Orchestra – Missa Pastoralis / Missa Solemnis Pastoralis(LP, Stereo) | - | Artia Records |
Videos featuring Anton Fils
Johann Anton Fils (1733-1760) - Missa Solemnis in C
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Composer: Johann Anton Fils (1733-1760)
Work: Missa Solemnis in C
Performers: HeIena Tattermuschova (sopran); Marie Mrazova (alt); Zdenek SvehIa (tenor); Zdenek Kroupa (bass);
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Antonin Fils (1734-1760) Missa Solemnis (TVP)
Even though he died at only age 26, he left an extensive body of work, including at least thirty-four symphonies and about thirty concertos, mainly for cello and for flute, though only about half have survived. Fils was born in Bohemia, but at the age of
Es ist ein Ros´ entsprungen
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Es ist ein Ros´ entsprungen · Michael Praetorius · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Milan Šlechta
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
Released on: 2005-10-31
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Het was een maget uyt vercoren (Kerstlied)
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Het was een maget uyt vercoren (Kerstlied) · Folk Song From Flanders · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Pavel Jurkovič · Jaroslava Kolganová · Hana Legerová
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
Rajske strune zadonite
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Rajske strune zadonite · Slovenian Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Milada Boublíková · Jaroslava Kolganová
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
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Ta kalimera tón Christoygennon (Greece)
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Ta kalimera tón Christoygennon (Greece) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
℗ 2021 TP4 Music
Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Nous étions trois bergerettes
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Nous étions trois bergerettes · French Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Milada Boublíková · Jaroslava Kolganová · Hana Legerová
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON
Los animales ante el Nacimiento
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Los animales ante el Nacimiento · Spanish Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Marie Němcová
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
Released on: 2005-10-31
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Dormi, dormi, Bambin
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Dormi, dormi, Bambin · Italian Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Milada Boublíková · Hana Legerová · Marie Němcová
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
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Bulgarskaja koledna pesen (Bulgaria)
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Bulgarskaja koledna pesen (Bulgaria) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Pásli ovce valaši
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Pásli ovce valaši · Česká koleda · Roman Cejnar · Eva Neugebauerová · Luboš Krtička · DPS Kvodlibet/Eva Neugebauerová/Luboš Krtička · Conventus Musicorum
111 vánočních koled
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Entre le boeuf et l´ane gris
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Entre le boeuf et l´ane gris · French Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
Released on: 2005-10-31
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Nu är det jul igen (Sweden)
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Nu är det jul igen (Sweden) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Jeg er sa glad hver julekveld (Norway)
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Jeg er sa glad hver julekveld (Norway) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Jezus malusieńki (Poland)
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Jezus malusieńki (Poland) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Der Heiland ist geboren
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Der Heiland ist geboren · Austrian Folk Song · Pražští madrigalisté/Miroslav Venhoda · Milada Boublíková
Christmas Carols. Christmas Carols of European Nations
℗ 1963 SUPRAPHON a.s.
Released on: 2005-10-31
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Good King Wenceslas (England)
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Good King Wenceslas (England) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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Gloria, gloria (Czechoslovakia)
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Gloria, gloria (Czechoslovakia) · Prague Madrigal Singers
The Christmas Carols of Europe
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Released on: 2021-01-06
Composer: Traditional
Lyricist: Miroslav Venhoda
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