Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse world of chamber music with Tragicomedia's captivating album, "Capritio." Released on January 1, 2001, under the esteemed Harmonia Mundi label, this collection offers a delightful journey through a variety of compositions that showcase the ensemble's virtuosity and versatility.
Spanning a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, the album features a meticulously curated selection of pieces, including sonatas, toccatas, variations, and suites. The tracklist is a testament to Tragicomedia's ability to navigate different styles and periods with finesse, from the intricate "Sonata a mandolino e basso continuo" to the lively "Suite from 'The False Consonances of Music'."
The album opens with a sonata that immediately sets the stage for the technical prowess and expressive depth that Tragicomedia brings to each piece. Highlights include the playful "Capritio" and its variations, the elegant "Variazioni sulla 'Follia di Spagna,'" and the hauntingly beautiful "Susanne ung jour," a rendition of a work by Orlande de Lassus. The ensemble's interpretation of these pieces is both sensitive and dynamic, offering listeners a fresh perspective on these timeless compositions.
Tragicomedia's "Capritio" is not just a collection of songs but a testament to the ensemble's dedication to chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Sonata a mandolino e basso continuo: I. AllegroDomenico Scarlatti, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino e basso continuo: II. GraveDomenico Scarlatti, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino e basso continuo: III. AllegroDomenico Scarlatti, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Settima ToccataMichelangelo Rossi, Alexander Weimann, Paul O'Dette
Capritio sopra li cinque tempiGiovanni Battista Vitali, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
CapritioGiovanni Battista Vitali, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Passa Galli per la lettera EGiovanni Battista Vitali, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Capritio primoGiovanni Battista Vitali, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Chiacona per la lettera BGiovanni Battista Vitali, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata di basso soloGregorio Strozzi, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Toccata per B quadroFrancesco Maria Bassano, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Susanne ung jour (after Lassus)Francesco Rognoni, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Variazioni sulla "Follia di Spagna"Alessandro Scarlatti, Alexander Weimann, Paul O'Dette
Aria amorosaNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a due bassi: I. AllegroBernardo Pasquini, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a due bassi: II. AndanteBernardo Pasquini, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a due bassi: III. AllegroBernardo Pasquini, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Suite from "The False Consonances of Music": I. PreludioNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Suite from "The False Consonances of Music": II. AyreNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Suite from "The False Consonances of Music": III. GigaNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Suite from "The False Consonances of Music": IV. AyreNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Suite from "The False Consonances of Music": V. GigaNicola Matteis, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino, e basso: I. ArpeggioCarlo Arrigoni, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino, e basso: II. AllegroCarlo Arrigoni, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino, e basso: III. AdagioCarlo Arrigoni, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
Sonata a mandolino, e basso: IV. AllegroCarlo Arrigoni, Tragicomedia, Paul O'Dette
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