Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's orchestral mastery with the album "17th Century & Beyond - Orchestral Works." This collection, set to release on August 21, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of classical music's enduring allure. Spanning a concise yet impactful 71 minutes, the album is a testament to Vivaldi's genius, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase his unparalleled ability to blend innovation with tradition.
From the lively "Orlando furioso RV 728" to the serene "Concerto For Violin, Strings And Harpsichord In G Minor, R. 325," each track offers a unique glimpse into Vivaldi's musical prowess. The album is a rich tapestry of genres and styles, including orchestral suites, violin concertos, and dances, all performed with meticulous attention to detail. Highlights include the energetic "Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048" and the delicate "Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439," demonstrating Vivaldi's versatility and compositional brilliance.
This album is not just a compilation of Vivaldi's works but a journey through the evolution of classical music. It invites you to explore the intricate layers of each piece, from the vibrant rhythms of the "Contredanse in D Major" to the profound depth of the "Christ lag in Todesbanden, BWV 4." Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "17th Century & Beyond - Orchestral Works" offers a captivating experience that highlights the timeless beauty of Vivaldi's music.
Orlando furioso RV 728 / Act 3, Scène 8: Ritornello (fragment d’un air pour Ruggiero)Antonio Vivaldi, Nathalie Stutzmann, Orfeo 55
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Contredanse in D Major. Das Donnerwetter, K. 534Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in D Major, RV 204, Op. 4 No. 11: III. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
5 Contredanses "Non più andrai", K. 609: No. 1 in C Major "Non più andrai"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Christ lag in Todesbanden, BWV 4: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": II. Fantasmi. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Contredanse in C Major. Der Sieg vom Helden Koburg, K. 587Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 11Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Concerto for 4 Harpsichords in A Minor, BWV 1065: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Iwona Fütterer, Ulrike Schott, Münchener Bach-Orchester
Concerto con molti strumenti in C Major, RV 558: II. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113 - Arr. by Richard Strauss: Auftritt und Tanz von 4 JünglingenLudwig van Beethoven, Bamberger Symphoniker, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: I. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: IV. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 1, MarschLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Symphony No. 1 in E-Flat Major, K. 16: III. Finale. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2 in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Contredanse in E-Flat Major. Il Trionfo delle Donne, K. 607Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4 in B-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Hedwig Bilgram, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 5 in E-Flat MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Schneiderhan, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Bastien und Bastienne, K. 50: IntradaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Die Ruinen von Athen, Op. 113 - Arr. by Richard Strauss: Rüpelhafter Spott-Tanz der 4 FauneLudwig van Beethoven, Bamberger Symphoniker, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
5 Contredanses "Non più andrai", K. 609: No. 3 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 32 in G, K.318 (Overture in G): Primo TempoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: No. 3, Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
3 German Dances, K. 605: No. 1 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Contredanse in C Major. La Bataille, K. 535Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 1 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
6 German Dances, K. 600: No. 5 in G MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Staatskapelle Berlin, Erich Kleiber
3 German Dances, K. 605: No. 2 in G MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Berliner Philharmoniker, Erich Kleiber
6 German Dances, K. 600: No. 3 in B-Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Berliner Philharmoniker, Erich Kleiber
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 3 in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 2, Deutscher Gesang. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 9Ludwig van Beethoven, Concerto Köln, Werner Ehrhardt
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Schneiderhan, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Géza Anda, Wolfgang Schneiderhan, Pierre Fournier, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
12 German Dances, WoO 8: No. 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Karl Anton Rickenbacher
Contredanse in G Major. Les filles malicieuses, K. 610Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in D Minor, RV 249, Op. 4 No. 8: IIb. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in G Major, RV 185, Op. 4 No. 7: III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto alla rustica for Strings in G Major, RV 151: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Concerto For Violin, Strings And Harpsichord In G Minor, R. 325: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: No. 2, Adagio – Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
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