Giovanni Sollima, the innovative cellist and composer, presents "Al-Bunduqiyya – The Lost Concerto," a groundbreaking exploration of neo-Baroque music that pushes boundaries and redefines expectations. Released on Warner Classics in March 2024, this 28-track album spans a captivating 74 minutes, blending Sollima's original compositions with reinterpretations of works by Vivaldi, Tartini, and traditional Albanian music. Collaborating with violinist Federico Guglielmo and the acclaimed Il Pomo d'Oro Orchestra, Sollima delivers a daring and enterprising performance that showcases his virtuosic talent and creative genius. The album features a mix of minimalist and Baroque influences, with Sollima's improvisations adding a unique, contemporary twist. From the lively "Kartsilamades" arrangements to the intricate "Il concerto perduto" and the enchanting "Moj E Bukura More," each piece is a testament to Sollima's versatility and artistic vision. "Al-Bunduqiyya – The Lost Concerto" is not just a collection of songs; it's a journey through time and genre, offering a fresh perspective on classical music that is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Kartsilamades: No. 1, Moderato (Arr. Sollima)Traditional, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: MoghulGiovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Il concerto perduto: I. Allegro (After Vivaldi's Cello Concerto, RV 787 "Per Teresa")Antonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Il concerto perduto: II. Andante (After Vivaldi's Cello Concerto, RV 787 "Per Teresa")Antonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Il concerto perduto: III. Allegro molto (After Vivaldi's Cello Concerto, RV 787 "Per Teresa")Antonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Improvisation IGiovanni Sollima
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in F Major, RV 544 "Proteo o sia il mondo al rovescio": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in F Major, RV 544 "Proteo o sia il mondo al rovescio": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in F Major, RV 544 "Proteo o sia il mondo al rovescio": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Moj E Bukura More (Arr. Sollima)Giovanni Sollima, Traditional, Il Pomo D'oro
Tartini: 26 Violin Sonatas: No. 12 in G Major, B. G2: Aria del Tasso e gondoliera. "Lieto ti prendo e poi" (Transcr. Sollima for Cello and Orchestra)Giuseppe Tartini, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Kartsilamades: No. 3, Allegro (Arr. Sollima)Traditional, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Improvisation IVGiovanni Sollima
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in B-Flat Major, RV 547: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in B-Flat Major, RV 547: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in B-Flat Major, RV 547: III. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Kartsilamades: No. 2, Moderato (Arr. Sollima)Traditional, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Vivaldi: Dorilla in Tempe, RV 709, Sinfonia: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Vivaldi: Dorilla in Tempe, RV 709, Sinfonia: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Vivaldi: Dorilla in Tempe, RV 709, Sinfonia: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Improvisation VGiovanni Sollima
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in D Major, RV 208 "Grosso Mogul": II. RecitativoAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
Sollima: Improvisation IIGiovanni Sollima
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Major, RV 546 "All'inglese": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Major, RV 546 "All'inglese": II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Vivaldi: Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Major, RV 546 "All'inglese": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro, Federico Guglielmo
Sollima: When We Were Trees: The Family TreeGiovanni Sollima, Il Pomo D'oro
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