Immerse yourself in the rich, baroque world of Nicola Porpora with his captivating album "L'aureo Serto". This exquisite collection, released on October 7, 2022, under the Challenge Classics label, offers a journey through the composer's masterful works, spanning a total of 1 hour and 2 minutes of enchanting music.
The album is a treasure trove of Porpora's vocal and instrumental compositions, featuring a variety of pieces from his operatic and sacred works. From the dramatic intensity of "Il martirio di San Giovanni Nepomuceno" to the lyrical beauty of "L’Angelica" and the passionate arias of "L’Agrippina", each track showcases Porpora's exceptional ability to blend emotion, drama, and technical virtuosity.
Porpora, an influential Italian composer and teacher, was a significant figure in the Baroque and Classical periods. His works, often overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries, are a testament to his unique style and innovative approach to composition. "L'aureo Serto" provides a rare opportunity to explore his lesser-known pieces, offering a fresh perspective on his contributions to the world of classical music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a delightful exploration of Porpora's musical genius. The intricate melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic performances make "L'aureo Serto" a compelling addition to any music collection.
Tracks
Il martirio di San Giovanni Nepomuceno: I. Agitato da più ventiNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Il martirio di San Giovanni Nepomuceno: II. Cura che di timor ti nutri e cresci…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Il martirio di San Giovanni Nepomuceno: III. L’aureo serto e il ricco mantoNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Il Gedeone: Pt. IINicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Il Gedeone: I. O Figlio, o Gedeone…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Il Gedeone: II. O beato, fortunatoNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
L’Angelica: I. Oh strani agli occhi nostri…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
L’Angelica: II. Folle chi sà sperarNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
David e Bersabea: M’hai sprezzatoNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
L’Agrippina: I. Insomma il far l’amore…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
L’Agrippina: II. Vuole il musico la donnaNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Poro: I. Del rivale all’aita…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Poro: II. È ver che all’amo intornoNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Dejanira, Iole, Ercole: I. Ouverture of the SeranataNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Dejanira, Iole, Ercole: II. Idre, arpie, draghi e leoniNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Dejanira, Iole, Ercole: III. Ho già la mente ingombra…Nicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
Dejanira, Iole, Ercole: IV. Ombre oscureNicola Porpora, Sergio Foresti, Andrea Buccarella, Abchordis Ensemble
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