Step into the enchanting world of Italian Baroque opera with Les Arts Florissants' captivating album, "In an Italian Garden: Aria, Cantatas & Madrigals." This exquisite collection, released on September 22, 2017, under the prestigious Harmonia Mundi label, offers a rich tapestry of operatic masterpieces that span a variety of genres, including arias, cantatas, and madrigals.
Les Arts Florissants, renowned for their exceptional performances and deep musical insight, bring to life the works of esteemed composers such as Handel, Vivaldi, and Haydn. The album features a stunning array of pieces, from the dramatic intensity of "Orlando" to the playful charm of "Amanti, olà, olà." Each track is a testament to the artistry and virtuosity of the ensemble, delivering a performance that is both technically brilliant and emotionally resonant.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this album is a journey through the rich musical landscape of the Italian Baroque period. The diverse selection of pieces showcases the versatility and skill of Les Arts Florissants, making it a must-listen for anyone with a passion for classical music. Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Il Zabaione musicale: Già che ridotti siamoAdriano Banchieri, Les Arts Florissants, Nicholas Scott, John Taylor Ward, William Christie, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli, Renato Dolcini, Lea Desandre
Le Veglie di Siena, overo i varii humori della musica moderna: Fate silentioOrazio Vecchi, Les Arts Florissants, Lea Desandre, William Christie, Renato Dolcini, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli, John Taylor Ward, Nicholas Scott
Amanti, olà, olà, Accademia d'Amore: Sinfonia [Allegro] - Amanti, olà, olà - Hor non fia chi pavent - D'amore all'invito - Ritornello - Chi rese deliranteAlessandro Stradella, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli, Renato Dolcini, Lea Desandre, Nicholas Scott, John Taylor Ward
Orlando, HWV 31: Ah stigie larve, ah scelerati spettri!George Frideric Handel, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Carlo Vistoli
Quinto libro de madrigali: Queste non son più lagrimeGiaches de Wert, Les Arts Florissants, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli, John Taylor Ward, Nicholas Scott, Lea Desandre, William Christie, Renato Dolcini
Orlando furioso, RV Anh.84: Ah sleale, ah spergiuraAntonio Vivaldi, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Renato Dolcini
Il Trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno, HWV 46a: Lascia la spina, cogli la rosaGeorge Frideric Handel, Les Arts Florissants, Lucía Martín-Cartón, William Christie
Ottone in villa, RV 729: Gelosia, tu già rendi l’alma miaAntonio Vivaldi, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Lea Desandre
La Virtù trionfante dell'amore, e dell'odio, overo Il Tigrane, RV 740: Care pupilleAntonio Vivaldi, Les Arts Florissants, Nicholas Scott, William Christie
Amanti, olà, olà, Accademia d'Amore: Benché ascritto non sia d'Amore nell'Accademia - Si guardi dai dardi d'Amor (Disinganno) - Unito il Disinganno a la Ragione - Dotto Maestro è AmoreAlessandro Stradella, Les Arts Florissants, John Taylor Ward, Nicholas Scott, William Christie, Renato Dolcini, Lea Desandre, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli
L'Impresario in angustie: Vé, che matta, maledetta!Domenico Cimarosa, Les Arts Florissants, Lea Desandre, Nicholas Scott, Lucía Martín-Cartón, William Christie, Renato Dolcini
La Canterina, Hob.XXVIII:2: Donne belle! - Che mai far deggio? - Io sposar l'empio tiranno - Che dici? - Sposo!Joseph Haydn, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Nicholas Scott, Lea Desandre, Lucía Martín-Cartón
L'Impresario delle Canarie: Recitar è une miseria! - Aspetto un impresario forastiero - Nibbio mi chiamo - Ma vuol ch’io parta - Amor preparaDomenico Sarro, Les Arts Florissants, Lea Desandre, William Christie, John Taylor Ward
La Canterina, Hob.XXVIII:2: Scellerata! mancatrice! traditrice!Joseph Haydn, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Renato Dolcini, Lea Desandre, Nicholas Scott, Lucía Martín-Cartón
Orlando paladino, Hob.XXVIII:11: Son confuso e stupefattoJoseph Haydn, Les Arts Florissants, Lucía Martín-Cartón, Carlo Vistoli, Lea Desandre, Nicholas Scott, William Christie, Renato Dolcini, John Taylor Ward
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