Immerse yourself in the rich, melodic world of Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari with the "Wolf-Ferrari Collection," a comprehensive compilation of his most exquisite works. Released on May 30, 2025, by Brilliant Classics, this album spans a generous 6 hours and 14 minutes, offering a deep dive into the composer's operatic genius.
Wolf-Ferrari, an Italian composer known for his lyrical and dramatic compositions, presents a diverse array of pieces that showcase his mastery of form and emotion. The collection includes a variety of genres, from concertos and sonatas to chamber music, each piece meticulously crafted to captivate and inspire.
The album opens with the enchanting "Idillio - Concertino in A Major, Op. 15," a work that sets the tone for the journey ahead. It continues with the serene "Serenata for Strings," the lively "Suite - Concertino in F Major, Op. 16," and the evocative "English Horn Concertino, Op. 34." Each composition is a testament to Wolf-Ferrari's ability to blend technical brilliance with profound emotional depth.
Violin enthusiasts will delight in the "Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 26" and the three violin sonatas, each offering a unique exploration of the instrument's expressive range. Chamber music lovers will appreciate the "Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, Op. 5," the "Piano Trio No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 7," and the "Piano Quintet in D-Flat Major, Op. 6," which highlight Wolf-Ferrari's skill in creating intricate, harmonious dialogues between instruments.
The collection also features works for cello, including the "Duo for Violin and Cello in G Minor, Op. 33" and the "Sonata for Cello and Piano in G Major, Op. 30," as well as the "String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 23" and an unpublished "String Quartet in A Minor," providing a comprehensive overview of Wolf-Ferrari's contributions to chamber music.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Wolf-Ferrari's work or a newcomer to his compositions, the "Wolf-Ferrari Collection" is a treasure trove of musical brilliance that will enrich your appreciation of this remarkable composer.
Tracks
Idillio - Concertino in A Major, Op. 15: I. PreamboloErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Idillio - Concertino in A Major, Op. 15: II. Scherzo - PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Idillio - Concertino in A Major, Op. 15: III. AdagioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Idillio - Concertino in A Major, Op. 15: IV. Rondò - Allegro non troppoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Serenata for Strings: I. AllegroErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Serenata for Strings: II. AndanteErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Serenata for Strings: III. Scherzo - PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Serenata for Strings: IV. Finale - PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Suite - Concertino in F Major, Op. 16: I. Notturno - Andante un poco mossoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Suite - Concertino in F Major, Op. 16: II. Strimpellata - PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Suite - Concertino in F Major, Op. 16: III. Canzone - Andante cantabileErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
Suite - Concertino in F Major, Op. 16: IV. Finale - Andante con motoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Massimo Belli, Orchestra da Camera 'Ferrucio Busoni', Fabien Thouand, Valentino Zucchiatti
English Horn Concertino, Op. 34: I. PreludioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Filarmonica Città di Adria, Alessandro Baccini, Giorgio Fabbri
English Horn Concertino, Op. 34: II. CapriccioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Filarmonica Città di Adria, Alessandro Baccini, Giorgio Fabbri
English Horn Concertino, Op. 34: III. AdagioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Filarmonica Città di Adria, Alessandro Baccini, Giorgio Fabbri
English Horn Concertino, Op. 34: IV. FinaleErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Filarmonica Città di Adria, Alessandro Baccini, Giorgio Fabbri
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 26: I. FantasiaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Città di Ferrara, Laura Marzadori, Marco Zuccarini
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 26: II. RomanzaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Città di Ferrara, Laura Marzadori, Marco Zuccarini
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 26: III. ImprovvisoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Città di Ferrara, Laura Marzadori, Marco Zuccarini
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 26: IV. RondòErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Orchestra Città di Ferrara, Laura Marzadori, Marco Zuccarini
Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 1: I. Sostenuto - Allegro appassionato quasi prestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 1: II. Lento senza tempoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 1: III. Sostenuto - Allegro ma non troppo e con spiritoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 10: I. AppassionatoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 10: II. Recitativo - Sostenuto con amore, semplicementeErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, Op. 27: I. Allegro moderatoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, Op. 27: II. Andantino con innocenzaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, Op. 27: III. Agitato con passioneErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, Op. 27: IV. Allegro molto con fuoco piu allegro del primo tempoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Costantino Catena, Davide Alogna
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, Op. 5: I. Allegro molto moderatoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, Op. 5: II. Presto, vivace, tempo IErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, Op. 5: III. LarghettoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, Op. 5: IV. Allegro vivace assaiErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 7: I. Sostenuto, agitato, tranquillo, più tranquillo, sostenuto, tempo del principio, più mosso, largamenteErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 7: II. LargoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Trio No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 7: III. Lievemente mosso, e tranquillo sempreErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Franco Mezzena, Sergio Patria, Elena Ballario
Piano Quintet in D-Flat Major, Op. 6: I. Tranquillo ed espressivoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Cicchese
Piano Quintet in D-Flat Major, Op. 6: II. CanzoneErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Chicchese
Piano Quintet in D-Flat Major, Op. 6: III. CapriccioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Cicchese
Piano Quintet in D-Flat Major, Op. 6: IV. FinaleErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Chicchese
Duo for Violin and Cello in G Minor, Op. 33Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Cicchese
Sonata for Cello and Piano in G Major, Op. 30: I. Allegro tranquilloErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Chicchese
Sonata for Cello and Piano in G Major, Op. 30: II. LargoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Chicchese
Sonata for Cello and Piano in G Major, Op. 30: III. AllegroErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Guadagnini, Costantino Catena, Amedeo Chicchese
String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro - Andante TranquilloErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 23: II. Andante CantabileErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 23: III. Capriccio. Allegro PesanteErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 23: IV. AllegroErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
String Quartet in A Minor (Unpublished, 1894): I. Allegro ModeratoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
String Quartet in A Minor (Unpublished, 1894): II. Adagio non TroppoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Quartetto Eos, Elia Chiesa, Giacomo Del Papa, Alessandro Acqui, Margherita Succio, Matteo Rocchi
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