Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alessandro Stradella with the album "Stradella: La Circe & Other Works." This exquisite collection, released on April 16, 2021, under the Dynamic label, offers a rich tapestry of cantatas and arias for soprano and continuo, along with a sonata in D Major. Spanning nearly two hours, this album is a testament to Stradella's mastery of Baroque music, showcasing his intricate compositions and emotive depth.
The album opens with "Cantatas & Arias for Soprano & Continuo," featuring the poignant "Soffro, misero, e taccio!" and excerpts from "La Dori," including the serene "Dormi, Titone, addio!" and the lively "Alle gioie ai contenti." These pieces highlight Stradella's ability to convey a range of emotions through his music.
The centerpiece of the album is "La Circe," presented in both its first and second versions. This dramatic work is a showcase of Stradella's storytelling prowess, with arias like "Se desio curioso il cor v’ingombra" and "Vola Zeffiro, vola!" that draw the listener into its narrative. The sonata in D Major adds a contrasting element to the album, with its structured movements and elegant melodies.
Whether you're a seasoned fan of Baroque music or a newcomer to the genre, "Stradella: La Circe & Other Works" offers a compelling journey through the works of one of the era's most talented composers.
La Dori (Excerpts): Dormi, Titone, addio!Alessandro Stradella, Cristina Fanelli, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Dori (Excerpts): Sorgi o vagaAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Francesco Toma, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Dori (Excerpts): Oggi la bella DoriAlessandro Stradella, Cristina Fanelli, Francesco Toma, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Dori (Excerpts): Dileguatevi orrori, ombre sparite!Alessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Francesco Toma, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Dori (Excerpts): Alle gioie ai contentiAlessandro Stradella, Cristina Fanelli, Anna Chierichetti, Francesco Toma, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Se desio curioso il cor v’ingombraAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Qui per dare a sé stesso, e regno e tombaAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Ma quale, in queste areneAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): O de’ regi alto germoglioAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Giuseppe Naviglio, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Chi parla?Alessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Chi stupori cercando vaAlessandro Stradella, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Correrò, voleròAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Ferma! Zeffiro fermaAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Ogni vasto desioAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Se d’angusta campagnaAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Chi di voi mi porta a voloAlessandro Stradella, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Queste di fragil tempraAlessandro Stradella, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Può ben divoto corAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Su, su, dunque suAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): O degl’eterni ElisiAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Ond’io qual serva umileAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (First Version): Ruscelletti che traeteAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
Sonata in D Major: I. Adagio - AllegroAlessandro Stradella, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
Sonata in D Major: II. AllegroAlessandro Stradella, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
Sonata in D Major: III. Adagio - AllegroAlessandro Stradella, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
Sonata in D Major: IV. GigaAlessandro Stradella, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Bei ruscelli cristalliniAlessandro Stradella, Giuseppe Naviglio, Anna Chierichetti, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Non balena o sempre tuonaAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): D’un aere d’argentoAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Né presuma d’ostinarsiAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): I sudor le cure istesseAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Però chiari d’argentee spumeAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Zeffiro, figlio de’ vicini montiAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Rimembranza che rimbombaAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Pur se per voi lasciate, amici NumiAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Fiumicelli dal pie’ d’argentoAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Aura molle lusinghieraAlessandro Stradella, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Ma son deboli cateneAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): L’arte accresca i pregi nostriAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): In quel secolo primieroAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Ma qual fior di novitàAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Ai magnanimi e sovrani Re toscaniAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): E tributo gli venga offertoAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Ai sovrani re toscaniAlessandro Stradella, Leslie Visco, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Quando ai liti odoratiAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Zeffiretti de’ verdi montiAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Giuseppe Naviglio, Leslie Visco, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
La Circe (Second Version): Inclita gloria dell’augusta FloraAlessandro Stradella, Anna Chierichetti, Alessandro Stradella Consort, Estevan Velardi
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