Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Francesco Maria Veracini, a virtuoso violinist and composer of the Baroque era, with his album "Veracini: Sonatas." Released on ECM New Series in 2005, this collection of chamber music showcases Veracini's mastery and innovation, offering a rich tapestry of sonatas that span his early to mature works.
The album opens with the "12 Sonate, Op. 1" from 1721, featuring the Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, a piece that exemplifies Veracini's dramatic and expressive style. The sonata's five movements, from the Largo overture to the lively Giga "Postiglione," display a range of emotions and technical brilliance. The album continues with the Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major from the "12 Sonate" of 1716, highlighting Veracini's early compositions with its graceful and intricate melodies.
A standout piece is the "Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli," particularly the Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major. This work is a testament to Veracini's skill and creativity, as he pays homage to Arcangelo Corelli while infusing his own distinctive voice. The sonata's five movements, including the lively Allegro and the reflective Adagio, showcase Veracini's ability to blend tradition with innovation.
The album concludes with the "Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6," a piece that encapsulates Veracini's later style. The five movements, from the Siciliana to the Allegro assai, offer a captivating journey through the composer's evolving musical language.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 1 minute, "Veracini: Sonatas" is a comprehensive exploration of Francesco Maria Veracini's contributions to the Baroque violin repertoire. This album is a must-listen for enthusiasts of chamber music and those eager to discover the timeless beauty of Veracini's compositions.
Tracks
12 Sonate, Op. 1 (1721), Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: I. Overtura. Largo – AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate, Op. 1 (1721), Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: II. Aria. AffetuosoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate, Op. 1 (1721), Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: III. Paesana. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate, Op. 1 (1721), Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: IV. Minuet. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate, Op. 1 (1721), Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: V. Giga "Postiglione". AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: I. LargoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: II. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: III. LargoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
12 Sonate (1716), Violin Sonata No. 5 in C Major: IV. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: I. Grave – AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: II. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: III. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: IV. AdagioFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Dissertazioni sopra l´opera quinta del Corelli, VIolin Sonata No. 1 in D Major: V. AllegroFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6: I. Siciliana. LarghettoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6: II. Capriccio VII. Allegro e con affettoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6: III. Andante moderatoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6: IV. LargoFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Sonata accademiche No. 6 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 6: V. Allegro assaiFrancesco Maria Veracini, John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
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