Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Baroque era with Baldassare Galuppi's "La scusa," a captivating album set to release on August 8, 2025, under the Faro label. This classical piano masterpiece spans a rich 70 minutes, offering a diverse collection of compositions that showcase Galuppi's virtuosic skill and deep emotional resonance.
The album opens with the enchanting cantata "La Scusa," a dialogue between a shepherd and a shepherdess, featuring a solo voice accompanied by strings. This is followed by a trio of sonatas, each showcasing different instrumental combinations, from the lively interplay of two violins and basso continuo to the soothing melodies of the flute, oboe, and continuo. The concerto for solo bassoon is a standout piece, demonstrating Galuppi's ability to create intricate and expressive solos for an often-underappreciated instrument.
The album concludes with a concerto for harpsichord and strings, a testament to Galuppi's prowess in writing for keyboard instruments. Throughout "La scusa," Galuppi's compositions are marked by their lyrical beauty, rhythmic vitality, and harmonic sophistication, making this album a delightful exploration of one of the Baroque era's most accomplished composers. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "La scusa" promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
La Scusa, Cantata à Voce sola con Violini: I. Introduzione spiritosoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
La Scusa, Cantata à Voce sola con Violini: II. Recitativo: No, perdonami, o CloriBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sara Mingardo
La Scusa, Cantata à Voce sola con Violini: III. Aria Largo parlante ed espressivo: Trova un sol, mia bella CloriBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sara Mingardo
La Scusa, Cantata à Voce sola con Violini: IV. Recitativo: Placati, o pastorellaBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sara Mingardo
La Scusa, Cantata à Voce sola con Violini: V. Aria Larghetto: Torna in quell’onda chiaraBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sara Mingardo
Sonata a tre per due Violini e Basso in F Major: I. AllegroBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Sonata a tre per due Violini e Basso in F Major: II. LarghettoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Sonata a tre per due Violini e Basso in F Major: III. AllegroBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Concerto per il Fagotto solo in B-Flat Major: I. Allegro moderatoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sergio Azzolini
Concerto per il Fagotto solo in B-Flat Major: II. LargoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sergio Azzolini
Concerto per il Fagotto solo in B-Flat Major: III. VivaceBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Sergio Azzolini
Sonata per Flauto Traverso, Oboe e Basso continuo in G Major: I. Allegro moderatoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Sonata per Flauto Traverso, Oboe e Basso continuo in G Major: II. AndanteBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Sonata per Flauto Traverso, Oboe e Basso continuo in G Major: III. AllegroBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi
Concerto per il Clavicembalo e Archi in F Major: I. Allegro ma non troppoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Massimiliano Raschietti
Concerto per il Clavicembalo e Archi in F Major: II. GraveBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Massimiliano Raschietti
Concerto per il Clavicembalo e Archi in F Major: III. PrestoBaldassare Galuppi, L'Opera Stravagante, Ivano Zanenghi, Massimiliano Raschietti, Sara Mingardo
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