Immerse yourself in the rich, Baroque world of Francesco Durante with this captivating collection of concertos for strings. Released on Brilliant Classics in 2017, this album showcases Durante's mastery of the concerto form, offering a journey through seven concertos, each a gem of compositional brilliance.
Durante, an influential figure of the Neapolitan school, composed these concertos with a keen sense of drama and melody, making them a delight for both the casual listener and the classical connoisseur. The album spans a variety of moods and tempos, from the lively and energetic to the slow and contemplative, demonstrating Durante's versatility and depth as a composer.
The concertos are performed with precision and passion, bringing to life the intricate counterpoint and rich harmonies that characterize Durante's style. The album's duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes provides a substantial exploration of Durante's work, making it an excellent addition to any classical music library.
Whether you're a fan of Baroque music or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, Francesco Durante's Concertos for Strings is sure to captivate and inspire. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies and rhythms of Durante's concertos transport you to the vibrant world of 18th-century Italy.
Tracks
Concerto No. 1 in F Minor: I. Un poco andanteFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 1 in F Minor: II. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 1 in F Minor: III. AndanteFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 1 in F Minor: IV. AmorosoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 1 in F Minor: V. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: I. AffettuosoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: II. PrestoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: III. Largo affettuosoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: IV. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: I. PrestoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: II. Largo - Canone sopra canone à 4Francesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: III. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: IV. Allegro assaiFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major: V. FinaleFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 4 in E Minor: I. AdagioFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 4 in E Minor: II. Ricercare del quarto tono. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 4 in E Minor: III. LargoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 4 in E Minor: IV. PrestoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 5 in A Major: I. PrestoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 5 in A Major: II. LargoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 5 in A Major: III. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 6 in A Major: I. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 6 in A Major: II. AmorosoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 6 in A Major: III. Minuet. Allegro - Trio - Minuet da capoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 6 in A Major: IV. Canone à trèFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 7 in C Major: I. ModeratoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 7 in C Major: II. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 7 in C Major: III. LarghettoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto No. 7 in C Major: IV. PrestoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in A Major "la pazzia": I. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in A Major "la pazzia": II. AffettuosoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in A Major "la pazzia": III. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in B-Flat Major: I. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in B-Flat Major: II. Andante moderatoFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
Concerto in B-Flat Major: III. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Ensemble Imaginaire, Cristina Corrieri
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