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Antonio Cesti - Cesti: Cantate (LP)

Antonio Cesti

1979
7 tracks
58 min
opera

Cesti: Cantate

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Product description

Pietro Antonio Cesti's 'Cesti: Cantate' is a captivating album that showcases the Baroque composer's mastery of the cantata form. Released on 1 January 1979 by Harmonia Mundi, this 58-minute opera album is a treasure trove of beautiful music, featuring seven exquisite tracks that highlight Cesti's skill in crafting emotive and expressive pieces.

The album takes the listener on a journey through Cesti's works, including 'Pria ch'adori', 'Amanti io vi disfido', and 'Lacrime mie', each one a testament to the composer's ability to evoke powerful emotions through his music. The album also features excerpts from Cesti's opera 'Orontea', including the stunning 'Duetto "Donzelletta"' and the poignant 'Recitativo "S'io non vedo Alidoro"' and 'Aria "Adorisi sempre"'.

With its rich, operatic soundscapes and intricate musical arrangements, 'Cesti: Cantate' is a must-listen for fans of Baroque music and opera. Pietro Antonio Cesti's compositions are brought to life by the talented performers, who deliver nuanced and expressive performances that do justice to the composer's vision. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or just discovering the genre, 'Cesti: Cantate' is an album that is sure to delight and inspire.

Tracks

Pria ch'adoriAntonio Cesti, Judith Nelson, William Christie, Jaap Ter Linden, Konrad Junghanel, René Jacobs
16:52
Amanti io vi disfidoAntonio Cesti, Judith Nelson, William Christie, Jaap Ter Linden, Konrad Junghanel, René Jacobs
3:49
Lacrime mieAntonio Cesti, Judith Nelson, William Christie, Jaap Ter Linden, Konrad Junghanel, René Jacobs
13:09
Mia tirannaAntonio Cesti, Judith Nelson, William Christie, Jaap Ter Linden, Konrad Junghanel, René Jacobs
8:06
Orontea: Sinfonia avanti il PrologoAntonio Cesti, René Jacobs, Isabelle Poulenard, Helga Muller-Molinari, Concerto Vocale
4:16
Orontea, Acte I, Scene 11: Duetto "Donzelletta" (Alidoro, Silandra)Antonio Cesti, René Jacobs, Isabelle Poulenard, Helga Muller-Molinari, Concerto Vocale
6:18
Orontea, Acte II, Scene 11: Recitativo "S'io non vedo Alidoro" (Orontea) - Aria "Adorisi sempre" (Orontea)Antonio Cesti, René Jacobs, Isabelle Poulenard, Helga Muller-Molinari, Concerto Vocale
5:40

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Cesti: Cantate
Artist: Antonio Cesti
Album release date: January 1, 1979
Label: harmonia mundi
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 58 min
Tracks: 7 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Opera
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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