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Ottorino Respighi - Respighi: Pines of Rome; The Birds; Fountains of Rome (LP)

Ottorino Respighi

1969
13 tracks
55 min
classical piano

Respighi: Pines of Rome; The Birds; Fountains of Rome

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Ottorino Respighi with this captivating collection of his most celebrated orchestral works. Released in 1969 under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album showcases Respighi's mastery of neoclassical and classical piano compositions, offering a rich and evocative listening experience that spans just over 55 minutes.

The album opens with "Pines of Rome," a four-movement suite that paints vivid sonic landscapes inspired by the pines of Rome's various locales, from the tranquil Villa Borghese to the historic Via Appia. Following this, "The Birds" presents a delightful five-part suite, each movement depicting the unique characteristics of different birds, from the gentle cooing of the dove to the melodious song of the nightingale.

The album concludes with "Fountains of Rome," another four-movement suite that captures the essence of Rome's iconic fountains at different times of day, from the serene dawn at the Valle Giulia Fountain to the golden hues of sunset at the Villa Medici Fountain. Respighi's intricate compositions and lush orchestration bring these scenes to life, making this album a true celebration of Rome's natural and architectural beauty. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a testament to Respighi's enduring legacy and his ability to evoke the spirit of Rome through music.

Tracks

Pines of Rome, P. 141: I. I pini di Villa BorgheseOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
2:35
Pines of Rome, P. 141: II. Pini presso una catacombaOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
6:29
Pines of Rome, P. 141: III. I pini del GianicoloOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
6:39
Pines of Rome, P. 141: IV. I pini della Via AppiaOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
5:14
The Birds, P. 154: I. PreludeOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
2:58
The Birds, P. 154: II. The DoveOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
4:33
The Birds, P. 154: III. The HenOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
2:49
The Birds, P. 154: IV. The NightingaleOttorino Respighi, William Bennett, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
4:38
The Birds, P. 154: V. The CuckooOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
4:22
Fountains of Rome, P. 106: I. The Valle Giulia Fountain at DawnOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
4:00
Fountains of Rome, P. 106: II. The Triton Fountain in the MorningOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
2:29
Fountains of Rome, P. 106: III. The Trevi Fountain at MiddayOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
3:21
Fountains of Rome, P. 106: IV. The Villa Medici Fountain at SunsetOttorino Respighi, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
5:13

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Respighi: Pines of Rome; The Birds; Fountains of Rome
Artist: Ottorino Respighi
Album release date: 1 januari 1969
Label: Decca Music Group Ltd.
EAN: 00028948708598
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 55 min
Tracks: 13 tracks

EAN

EAN: 00028948708598

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Classical piano
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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