Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Baroque and early Classical music with the European Union Chamber Orchestra's captivating album, "Concertos for the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies: Scarlatti, Pergolesi, Porpora & Durante." Released in 1999 under the prestigious Hyperion label, this album is a treasure trove of chamber music that showcases the virtuosity and elegance of the period.
The European Union Chamber Orchestra, known for their impeccable musicianship, brings to life a collection of concertos and sinfonias by four prominent composers of the 18th century: Alessandro Scarlatti, Giovanni Pergolesi, Nicola Porpora, and Francesco Durante. Each piece is a testament to the composers' mastery of form and expression, offering a glimpse into the musical landscape of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies.
The album opens with Scarlatti's Sinfonia di concerto grosso No. 12 in C Minor "La geniale," a work that immediately draws the listener in with its dramatic Adagio. The subsequent movements, ranging from Andante giusto to Adagio and Andante moderato, display a rich variety of moods and textures. Pergolesi's Concerto grosso No. 6 in E Major follows, with its lively Allegro and serene Largo, showcasing the orchestra's dynamic range and sensitivity.
The album also features Porpora's Flute Concerto in G Major, P. 33, a delightful piece that highlights the flute's expressive capabilities, and Durante's Cello Concerto in G Major, which offers a profound exploration of the cello's rich, resonant tones. The album concludes with Porpora's Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor, a work that combines the elegance of the Baroque with the emerging styles of the Classical period.
With a duration of just over 54 minutes, this album is a compact yet comprehensive journey through the musical heritage of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, the European Union Chamber Orchestra's performance is sure to enchant and inspire.
Sinfonia di concerto grosso No. 12 in C Minor "La geniale", R. 533/12: I. AdagioAlessandro Scarlatti, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi
Sinfonia di concerto grosso No. 12 in C Minor "La geniale", R. 533/12: II. Andante giustoAlessandro Scarlatti, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Sinfonia di concerto grosso No. 12 in C Minor "La geniale", R. 533/12: III. AdagioAlessandro Scarlatti, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Sinfonia di concerto grosso No. 12 in C Minor "La geniale", R. 533/12: IV. Andante moderatoAlessandro Scarlatti, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi
Concerto grosso No. 6 in E Major: I. AllegroAlessandro Scarlatti, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto grosso No. 6 in E Major: II. AllegroAlessandro Scarlatti, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto grosso No. 6 in E Major: III. LargoAlessandro Scarlatti, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto grosso No. 6 in E Major: IV. AffettuosoAlessandro Scarlatti, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Flute Concerto in G Major, P. 33: I. SpiritosoGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi
Flute Concerto in G Major, P. 33: II. AdagioGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Flute Concerto in G Major, P. 33: III. Allegro spiritosoGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Eivind Aadland, Giulio Giannelli Viscardi, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Cello Concerto in G Major: I. AdagioNicola Porpora, Giovanni Sollima, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Cello Concerto in G Major: II. AllegroNicola Porpora, Giovanni Sollima, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Cello Concerto in G Major: III. LargoNicola Porpora, Eivind Aadland, Giovanni Sollima, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Cello Concerto in G Major: IV. Allegro – PrestoNicola Porpora, Giovanni Sollima, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: I. Un poco andanteFrancesco Durante, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: II. AllegroFrancesco Durante, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: III. AndanteFrancesco Durante, European Union Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: IV. AmorosoFrancesco Durante, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
Concerto per quartetto No. 1 in F Minor: V. AllegroFrancesco Durante, Eivind Aadland, European Union Chamber Orchestra
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