Cambini: 3 Quintetti concertanti, Op. 4 - Briccialdi: Pot-pourri fantastico sul Barbiere di Siviglia

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Giuseppe Maria Cambini's wind quintets with this exquisite album, released on August 1, 2013, by Bongiovanni. The album showcases three of Cambini's quintets concertanti, Op. 4, each offering a unique blend of elegance and virtuosity. The Wind Quintet No. 1 in B-Flat Major opens with an Allegro maestoso, setting a regal tone, followed by a Larghetto cantabile that flows like a gentle stream, and concluding with a Rondo. Allegretto grazioso that dances with grace. The Wind Quintet No. 2 in D Minor presents a dramatic contrast with its Allegro espressivo, a Larghetto sostenuto ma con moto that unfolds with sustained emotion, and a Presto ma non tanto that races to a thrilling finish. The Wind Quintet No. 3 in F Major returns to a more buoyant spirit, with an Allegro maestoso that commands attention, a Larghetto that whispers secrets, and a Rondo. Allegro con brio that sparkles with joy. The album concludes with a delightful bonus: Briccialdi's Pot-pourri fantastico sul Barbiere di Siviglia, a playful medley based on Rossini's famous opera. With a total duration of 1 hour and 1 minute, this album is a treasure trove of classical wind music, perfect for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.