Concerti Grossi After Scarlatti

Charles Avison's "Concerti Grossi After Scarlatti" is a captivating journey through the Baroque era, reimagined with a fresh perspective. Released on Berlin Classics in 2015, this album showcases Avison's ingenious arrangements of Domenico Scarlatti's keyboard sonatas, transformed into twelve concerti grossi. The album spans a diverse range of emotions and moods, from the contemplative and serene to the lively and spirited, all within a duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes.

The album opens with the dramatic and intense Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, featuring a mix of slow, reflective movements and fast, energetic sections. It continues with the bold and fiery Concerto No. 6 in D Major, showcasing Avison's ability to blend Scarlatti's intricate melodies with the grandeur of the concerto grosso form. The album also includes the introspective and melancholic Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, and the lively and playful Concerto No. 5 in D Minor.

One of the highlights of the album is the Concerto No. 9 in C Major, which features a beautiful Siciliana movement, a slow and lyrical piece that showcases the expressive capabilities of the Baroque ensemble. The album concludes with the Concerto No. 11 in G Major, a lively and upbeat piece that leaves the listener with a sense of joy and satisfaction.

Charles Avison's "Concerti Grossi After Scarlatti" is a testament to the enduring power of Baroque music and the creativity of Charles Avison. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.