Les Arts Florissants - Duetti (LP)

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque opera with Les Arts Florissants' captivating album, "Duetti." Released on November 4, 2011, under Warner Classics, this collection showcases the exquisite artistry of Les Arts Florissants, a renowned ensemble known for their vibrant interpretations of early music.

"Duetti" is a delightful journey through a series of duets and arias from the Baroque era, featuring compositions by Bononcini, Mancini, Conti, Porpora, Marcello, and Scarlatti. The album spans a diverse range of emotions and themes, from the tender and romantic to the dramatic and intense. Each piece is performed with Les Arts Florissants' characteristic precision and passion, bringing the music to life with stunning clarity and depth.

The album opens with a series of arias from Bononcini's "Pietoso nume arcier," showcasing the ensemble's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through their music. The album then moves on to works by Mancini, Conti, and Porpora, each piece more captivating than the last. The centerpiece of the album is Marcello's "Chiaro e limpido fonte," a series of arias that showcase the ensemble's ability to convey the full range of human emotion through their music.

The album concludes with a duet from Scarlatti's "Amore e Virtù," a fitting finale to this collection of Baroque masterpieces. With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, "Duetti" is a perfect introduction to the world of Baroque opera, and a testament to the enduring power of this music to captivate and inspire. Whether you're a seasoned opera fan or a newcomer to the genre, "Duetti" is sure to delight and enchant.