Experience the timeless elegance of Baroque music with Heinz Holliger's masterful rendition of oboe concertos by Tomaso Albinoni, Alessandro Marcello, and Antonio Vivaldi. Released in 2012 under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a celebration of classical chamber music, featuring Holliger's virtuoso oboe playing alongside the renowned ensemble I Musici.
Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, the album showcases a diverse collection of concertos that highlight the intricate beauty and technical brilliance of the oboe. From the hauntingly beautiful Adagios to the lively Allegros, each piece is performed with precision and passion, offering a captivating journey through the Baroque era.
The album includes iconic works such as Albinoni's Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2, Marcello's Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3, and Vivaldi's Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446. Holliger's exceptional artistry brings these compositions to life, making this album a treasure for both classical enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.
Whether you're looking to expand your classical music collection or simply enjoy some of the finest oboe concertos ever composed, this album is a delightful addition. The combination of Holliger's masterful performance and the exquisite playing of I Musici ensures an unforgettable listening experience.
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 1. Allegro e non prestoTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Oboe Concerto In D Minor: 1. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in D minor: 2. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto In D Minor: 3. PrestoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: I. (Allegro)Antonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici