Immerse yourself in the rich, orchestral tapestries of Ottorino Respighi with this comprehensive collection of his most celebrated works. Released on January 1, 1994, under Warner Classics International, this album spans over two hours and eighteen minutes of neoclassical and classical compositions, showcasing Respighi's mastery of evoking vivid imagery and atmosphere through music.
The album opens with "Trittico Botticelliano," a trio of orchestral pieces inspired by the paintings of Sandro Botticelli, each movement depicting a different scene from Botticelli's works. Following this, "Gli uccelli" (The Birds) offers a delightful suite of five movements, each portraying a different bird through musical mimicry and characterization.
Respighi's "Antiche danze e arie" (Ancient Dances and Aires) suites provide a journey through historical dance forms, with Suite No. 1 and Suite No. 3 offering a total of eight movements that range from the lively "Balletto detto 'Il conte Orlando'" to the stately "Passacaglia."
The heart of the album lies in Respighi's iconic "Pini di Roma" (Pines of Rome) and "Fontane di Roma" (Fountains of Rome), two suites that paint vivid musical pictures of the Eternal City. "Pini di Roma" transports the listener to various pine tree-laden locations in Rome, from the playful "I pini di Villa Borghese" to the solemn "I pini della Via Appia." "Fontane di Roma" similarly evokes the splendor of Rome's fountains, with movements like "La fontana di Trevi al meriggio" capturing the grandeur of the Trevi Fountain at midday.
The album concludes with "Feste romane" (Roman Festivals), a suite that brings to life the vibrant celebrations and traditions of ancient Rome, from the excitement of the circus in "Circenses" to the festive cheer of "La Befana."
This album is a testament to Respighi's ability to blend historical inspiration with innovative orchestration, resulting in a timeless collection that continues to captivate classical music enthusiasts. Whether you're a longtime fan of Respighi or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Respighi: Trittico botticelliano, P. 151: I. La primaveraOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Trittico botticelliano: II. L'adorazione dei MagiOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Trittico botticelliano, P. 151: III. La nascita di VenereOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Gli uccelli, P. 154: I. PreludioOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Gli uccelli, P. 154: II. La colombaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Gli uccelli, P. 154: III. La gallinaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Gli uccelli, P. 154: IV. L'usignuoloOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Gli uccelli, P. 154: V. Il CucùOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 1: I. Balletto detto "Il conte Orlando"Ottorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 1: II. GagliardaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 1: III. VillanellaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 1: IV. Passo mezzo e mascheradaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 3: I. ItalianaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 3: II. Arie di corteOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 3: III. SicilianaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Antiche danze e arie, Suite No. 3: IV. PassacagliaOttorino Respighi, Hugh Wolff, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Respighi: Pini di Roma, P. 141: I. I pini di Villa BorgheseOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Pini di Roma, P. 141: II. Pini presso una catacombaOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Pini di Roma, P. 141: III. I pini del GianicoloOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Pini di Roma, P. 141: IV. I pini della Via AppiaOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Fontane di Roma, P. 106: I. La fontana di Valle Giulia all'albaOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Fontane di Roma, P. 106: II. La fontana del Tritone al mattinoOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Fontane di Roma, P. 106: III. La fontana di Trevi al meriggioOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Fontane di Roma, P. 106: IV. La fontana di Villa Medici al tramontoOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Feste romane, P. 157: I. CircensesOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Feste romane, P. 157: II. GiubilioOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Feste romane, P. 157: III. L'OttorbrataOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Respighi: Feste romane, P. 157: IV. La BefanaOttorino Respighi, Carlo Rizzi, London Philharmonic Orchestra
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