Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with "The Essential Capella Istropolitana," a captivating album by the renowned Slovak chamber orchestra, Capella Istropolitana. Released on July 4, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label, this album is a testament to the orchestra's evolution from a chamber group to a full-size ensemble, showcasing their versatility and mastery of the genre.
With a duration of 2 hours and 28 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through the world of classical and chamber music. It features 40 tracks, including iconic pieces like "Hallelujah," "Sleigh Ride," and "Air (On a G String)," as well as lesser-known gems that highlight the orchestra's range and depth. The album also includes arrangements of works by renowned composers, such as Bantock's arrangement of Bach's "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140" and an oboe and orchestra arrangement of Handel's "Larghetto 'Ombra mai fu'."
Capella Istropolitana, founded in 1983, takes its name from the Roman Istropolis, the city on the Danube that is the modern-day Bratislava. The orchestra's members are drawn from the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to their performances. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every note of this album, which is a celebration of their musical prowess and dedication to the art of classical music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Essential Capella Istropolitana" offers a rewarding listening experience. The album's diverse selection of pieces, expertly performed by one of the world's leading chamber orchestras, is sure to delight and inspire. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies of Capella Istropolitana transport you to a world of musical splendor.
Tracks
VII. BadinerieJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
V. Sarabanda. LargoArcangelo Corelli, Anna Holbling, Quido Holbling, Ludovit Kanta, Daniela Ruso, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
II. Alla HornpipeGeorge Frideric Handel, Capella Istropolitana, Bohdan Warchal
I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
I. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Miroslav Kejmar, Capella Istropolitana, Petr Škvor
I. PrestoGiuseppe Sammartini, Capella Istropolitana
No. 3, Sleigh RideWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Johannes Wildner
I. Allegro assai: AdagioFrancesco Onofrio Manfredini, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
HallelujahGeorge Frideric Handel, Bratislava City Chorus, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
I. LargoPietro Locatelli, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Bohdan Warchal
IV. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
I. Allegro di moltoCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Christian Benda
I. AndanteFrancesco Geminiani, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Capella Istropolitana, Jozef Kopelman
IV. Finale. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
IV. LargoAlessandro Scarlatti, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
CanonJohann Pachelbel, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Wolfgang Sobotka
II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Anna Holbling, Ludovit Kanta, Daniela Ruso, Quido Holbling, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Wachet aur, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140 (Arr. G. Bantock)Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Dvořák
V. AllegroPietro Locatelli, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
Andante festivo, JS 34b (Version for string orchestra)Jean Sibelius, Capella Istropolitana, Adrian Leaper
II. CantabileAntonio Vivaldi, Jiří Válek, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
IV. La réjouissance (Featured in "Greenfingers")George Frideric Handel, Capella Istropolitana, Bohdan Warchal
I. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, Ladislav Kyselák, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
I. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
II. AndanteJoseph Haydn, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Takako Nishizaki, Capella Istropolitana, Stephen Gunzenhauser
III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Stefan Vladar, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
Serenade in E Minor, Op. 20: II. LarghettoEdward Elgar, Capella Istropolitana, Adrian Leaper
I. Allegro molto spiritosoIgnaz Pleyel, Capella Istropolitana, Uwe Grodd
Larghetto "Ombra mai fu" (Arr. for Oboe & Orchestra)George Frideric Handel, Jozef Cejka, Capella Istropolitana, Richard Edlinger
II. Air ("On a G String")Johann Sebastian Bach, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
IV. AllegroFrancesco Geminiani, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
III. Menuet - TrioJoseph Haydn, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
IV. LarghettoAntonín Dvořák, Capella Istropolitana, Jaroslav Krcek
I. Molto allegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Capella Istropolitana, Barry Wordsworth
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