Antonio Vivaldi - Vivaldi: In furore, laudate pueri e concerti sacri (LP)

Immerse yourself in the rich, sacred works of Antonio Vivaldi with the album "Vivaldi: In furore, laudate pueri e concerti sacri." Released in 2005 under the naïve classique label, this collection showcases Vivaldi's mastery of classical composition through a series of motets, psalms, and concertos. The album features the renowned soprano Sandrine Piau, accompanied by the Accademia Bizantina under the direction of Ottavio Dantone, delivering a performance that is both powerful and nuanced.

The album opens with the intense and dramatic motet "In furore iustissimae irae," RV 626, a solo motet that highlights Vivaldi's ability to convey deep emotion through music. Following this, the "Sinfonia al santo sepolcro in B Minor," RV 169, offers a contemplative and somber atmosphere, setting the stage for the vibrant and joyous "Laudate pueri in G Major," RV 601, a setting of Psalm 112 that is both celebratory and reverent.

The album also includes two concertos: the "Concerto for Violin and Organ in D Minor," RV 541, and the "Violin Concerto in F Major," RV 286, also known as "Per la Solenità di San Lorenzo." These concertos showcase Vivaldi's virtuosic writing for the violin, with the organ adding a rich and resonant depth to the first concerto.

Recorded in the Marin Room, Surcouf Hall, Brest, France, in November 2005, this album captures the essence of Vivaldi's sacred music in a way that is both authentic and engaging. Whether you are a longtime fan of Vivaldi or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a compelling exploration of his sacred works that is sure to captivate and inspire.