Yolanda Kondonassis, renowned harpist, presents a captivating interpretation of Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece, "The Four Seasons," along with a delicate transcription of Bach's Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996. Released on October 1, 1999, under the Telarc label, this chamber music album offers a unique and refreshing perspective on these classical staples.
Kondonassis's virtuosity shines as she navigates the intricate arrangements of "The Four Seasons," originally composed for violin. Her arrangements, created in collaboration with Robert Werthen, transform these concertos into a harp-centric experience, showcasing the instrument's remarkable versatility and expressive range. Each season is vividly depicted, from the lively and joyous "Spring" to the intense and dramatic "Summer," the rustic and festive "Autumn," and the stark and introspective "Winter."
In addition to Vivaldi's concertos, Kondonassis presents a beautifully transcribed Lute Suite in E Minor by Bach. This suite, originally composed for lute, is elegantly adapted for the harp, allowing Kondonassis to explore the instrument's lyrical and rhythmic capabilities. The suite's movements, from the lively "Prelude" to the intricate "Gigue," demonstrate Kondonassis's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
With a total runtime of 56 minutes, this album is a testament to Yolanda Kondonassis's artistry and her ability to breathe new life into classical compositions. Whether you're a longtime fan of Vivaldi and Bach or a newcomer to classical music, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": I. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": II. Largo (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": III. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non molto (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. Adagio (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. Presto (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": I. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio molto (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": III. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non molto (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. Allegro (Arr. Y. Kondonassis & R. Werthen)Antonio Vivaldi, Yolanda Kondonassis, Rudolf Werthen, I Fiamminghi (The Orchestra of Flanders)
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: I. Prelude. Presto (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: II. Allemande (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: III. Courante (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: IV. Sarabande (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: V. Bourrée (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996: VI. Gigue (Transcr. Y. Kondonassis)Johann Sebastian Bach, Yolanda Kondonassis
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