Plunge into the world of Baroque master Giovanni Battista Pergolesi with this captivating album from the renowned Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin. This recording, released on Harmonia Mundi in 2010, offers a rich and immersive experience with a carefully curated selection of Pergolesi's most profound works.
The album kicks off with the Sinfonia in B Minor, RV 169, "Al Santo Sepolcro," setting a somber and reflective tone. The ensemble's precision and expressiveness shine in this piece, providing a beautiful introduction to the album. Following this, the Salve Regina a due voci in C Minor showcases the exquisite vocal talents of soprano Anna Prohaska and mezzo-soprano Bernarda Fink, who bring depth and sensitivity to their performances.
The heart of the album lies in Pergolesi's iconic Stabat Mater, P. 77. This twelve-movement work is a poignant exploration of the Virgin Mary's sorrow at the crucifixion of Jesus. Prohaska and Fink's voices blend seamlessly, creating a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that resonates deeply. The Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, under the direction of Bernhard Forck, provides impeccable support, with each instrument contributing to the overall richness of the sound.
The album also features the Concerto a 4 in E-Flat Major, "Il Pianto d'Arianna," a work that highlights the ensemble's virtuosity and the soloists' expressive range. This concerto, divided into three movements, offers a dynamic contrast to the more contemplative pieces on the album.
With a total duration of 59 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts. The combination of Pergolesi's timeless compositions and the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin's exceptional artistry makes this a standout recording. Whether you're a seasoned classical music fan or new to the genre, this album promises a rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Sinfonia in B Minor, RV 169, "Al Santo Sepolcro": Adagio molto - Allegro ma pocoAntonio Vivaldi, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Salve Regina a due voci in C MinorGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Anna Prohaska, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Concerto a 4 in E-Flat Major, "Il Pianto d'Arianna": I. Andante - Allegro - Adagio - Andante - Allegro - LargoPietro Locatelli, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Concerto a 4 in E-Flat Major, "Il Pianto d'Arianna": II. Largo andantePietro Locatelli, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Concerto a 4 in E-Flat Major, "Il Pianto d'Arianna": III. Grave - Allegro - LargoPietro Locatelli, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: I. Duo "Stabat Mater dolorosa"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Anna Prohaska, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: II. Aria "Cujus animam gementem" (soprano)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: III. Duo "O quam tristis et afflicta"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: IV. Aria "Quae moerebat et dolebat" (alto)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: V. Duo "Quis est homo qui non fleret"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Anna Prohaska, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: VI. Aria "Vidit suum dulcem natum"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: VII. Aria "Eja, mater, fons amoris" (alto)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: VIII. Duo "Fac, ut ardeat cor meum"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: IX. Duo "Sancta mater, istud agas"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: X. Aria "Fac, ut portem Christi mortem" (alto)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: XI. Duo "Inflammatus et accensus"Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Anna Prohaska, Bernarda Fink, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Stabat Mater, P. 77: XII. Quando corpus morietur. Largo assai - Amen. Presto assaiGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Anna Prohaska, Bernarda Fink
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