Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's masterful compositions with "A Classical Postcard: Vivaldi," a meticulously curated collection of 86 tracks that span nearly two hours of pure musical brilliance. This album, set for release on December 19, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to Vivaldi's enduring legacy in the classical music world.
Vivaldi, often referred to as the "Red Priest," was a prolific composer whose works have left an indelible mark on the genre. This album features a diverse array of his concertos, sonatas, and sacred choral pieces, each showcasing his unparalleled skill in composition and his deep understanding of musical expression. From the iconic "The Four Seasons" to lesser-known but equally captivating works like "L'estro armonico" and "La stravaganza," this collection offers a comprehensive journey through Vivaldi's musical genius.
The album opens with the fiery "Presto" from Vivaldi's "Concerto for Violin and Strings in G minor, Op. 8, No. 2, R.315 'L'estate,'" setting the tone for the exhilarating journey that follows. Highlights include the serene "Largo" from "The Four Seasons, Winter," the lively "Allegro" from "Concerto grosso for violins, strings and continuo in D, Op. 3/9, RV 230," and the poignant "Adagio molto" from "Sinfonia for Strings and Continuo in B minor, R.169."
Vivaldi's ability to evoke vivid imagery and deep emotion through his music is evident in every track. Whether it's the playful "Presto" from "Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433 'La tempesta di mare'" or the contemplative "Largo" from "Concerto in F Major for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.1, RV 433," each piece tells a story that resonates with the listener.
"A Classical Postcard: Vivaldi" is not just a collection of Vivaldi's greatest hits; it's a celebration of his enduring influence and a tribute to his unparalleled talent. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the timeless beauty of Vivaldi's music.
Tracks
Concerto for Violin and Strings in G minor, Op. 8, No. 2, R.315 "L'estate": 3. Presto (Tempo impetuoso d'estate)Antonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Nigel North, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto grosso for violins, strings and continuo in D , Op. 3/9 , RV 230 - (Arr. by P.H. Jensen): 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Howard Jensen, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra
Sinfonia for Strings and Continuo in B minor, R.169 -: 1. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Aurèle Nicolet, I Musici
Concerto for 2 Mandolins, Strings and Continuo in G, R.532: 2. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, James Tyler, Douglas Wootton, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 6 for Solo Violin in A Minor, RV 356: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 6 in A Minor for Violin, RV 356: III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Angel Romero, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Roberto Michelucci, I Musici
Concerto in F Major for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.1, RV 433 - "La tempesta di mare": 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Flute Concerto In G Minor, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 4. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Philip Pickett, New London Consort
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 1 in D major for 4 Violins, RV 549: 2. Largo e SpiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, Anna Maria Cotogni, Pasquale Pellegrino, Claudio Buccarella, I Musici
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 "L'inverno": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso for violins, strings and continuo in D , Op. 3/9 , RV 230 - (Arr. by P.H. Jensen): 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Howard Jensen, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 1. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: II. Largo e pianissimo sempreAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici, Pina Carmirelli
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 2 in G minor for 2 Violins & Cello, RV 578: 1. Adagio e spiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, Claudio Buccarella, Francesco Strano, I Musici
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 4 in E minor for 4 Violins, RV 550: 3. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, Anna Maria Cotogni, Pasquale Pellegrino, Claudio Buccarella, I Musici
Concerto No. 3, RV 428 "Il Cardellino" - II. CantabileAntonio Vivaldi, Andrea Griminelli, I Solisti Filarmonici Italiani
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 8 in D minor, RV 249: 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Felix Ayo, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
Concerto For Violin And Strings In F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 "L'inverno": 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Federico Agostini, I Musici
Nisi Dominus (Psalm 126), R.608: 9. "Amen" (Allegro)Antonio Vivaldi, Andreas Scholl, Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, Paul Dyer
Mandolin Concerto in C Major, RV 425: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Paul O'Dette, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Mandolin Concerto in C, RV 425 - Arr. for Guitar A. Lagoya: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Alexandre Lagoya, Orchestre Pro Arte de Munich, Kurt Redel
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in B flat major, RV 163 "Conca": 2. Andante (molto)Antonio Vivaldi, I Musici
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in D minor, RV 127: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8, No. 1, RV 269 "La primavera": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 6 in G Minor, RV 316a: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Felix Ayo, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 6 in A minor for Solo Violin, RV 356: 3. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Arthur Grumiaux, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: 1. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, Tõnu Kaljuste
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 5 in A Major for 2 Violins, RV 519: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Carmel Kaine, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for 4 Violins and Cello in D Major, Op. 3/1, RV 549 (L'estro armonico No. 1): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michel Schwalbé, Thomas Brandis, Leon Spierer, Hans-Joachim Westphal, Eberhard Finke, Horst Gobel, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Stabat Mater, R.621: 3. "O quam tristis" (Andante)Antonio Vivaldi, Jochen Kowalski, Concertgebouw Chamber Orchestra, John Constable, Vittorio Negri
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman, Paul O'Dette, Peter Holman
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in B flat, R.163 "Conca": 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
Stabat Mater, R.621: 8. "Fac ut ardeat" (Lento)Antonio Vivaldi, Jochen Kowalski, Concertgebouw Chamber Orchestra, John Constable, Vittorio Negri
Concerto for Lute, 2 Violins and Continuo in D, RV.93: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Pepe Romero, I Musici
Concerto in G minor, Op.10, No.2, RV 439 " La notte": 6. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 2 for 2 Violins and Cello in G Minor, RV 578: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto grosso in G , Op. 3/3 , RV 310 - (Arr. by P.H. Jensen): 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Howard Jensen, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
Stabat Mater, R.621: 5. "Quis non posset" (Adagissimo)Antonio Vivaldi, Jochen Kowalski, Concertgebouw Chamber Orchestra, John Constable, Vittorio Negri
Lute Concerto in D Major, RV 93: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Paul O'Dette, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
Concerto in C, R.558 - "con molti stromenti": 2. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Orchestre de Chambre Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz
Cello Sonata in B-Flat Major, RV 47: I. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, David Watkin, Robert King
Cello Sonata in B-Flat Major, RV 47: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, David Watkin, Robert King
Cello Sonata in B-Flat Major, RV 47: III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, David Watkin, Robert King
Cello Sonata in B-Flat Major, RV 47: IV. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, David Watkin, Robert King
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