Joseph Bodin de Boismortier (1689-1755) was a prolific French composer of the Baroque period, known for his accessible and elegant music. He played a significant role in the development of chamber music in France and published music without traditional patronage. This made him one of the first composers to live solely from the sale of music. His output includes operas, cantatas, concertos and a wide range of instrumental works, many of which were aimed at amateur musicians and the growing market for domestic music-making.

Included here is the entire Opus 34 from Boismortier's catalog of works, consisting of a collection of six four-part sonatas (three soprano parts and basso continuo) published in Paris in 1731. The three soprano parts are completely equivalent, while the performance practice of the time allowed the instruments to be exchanged so that they could be played by either the violin, the flute or the recorder. The sonatas are characterized by graceful melodies, rich harmonic structures and harmonious interplay between the two instruments. Each sonata typically follows a multi-movement structure, alternating between lively dance movements and expressive, slow sections.

Performed with grace and verve by the Italian ensemble Labirinto Armonico, consisting of three violins, flute, viola da gamba, archlute and spinet. They play on period instruments.