Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Baroque music with Antonio Vivaldi's "Encore - Classical: Baroque," a meticulously curated collection of his most enchanting compositions. Released on September 11, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a celebration of Vivaldi's unparalleled genius and his enduring influence on classical music.
Spanning a rich 1 hour and 47 minutes, the album is a journey through Vivaldi's diverse repertoire, featuring iconic works such as "La stravaganza," "The Four Seasons," and "The Well-Tempered Clavier." Each track is a testament to Vivaldi's mastery of form and expression, showcasing his ability to blend technical brilliance with profound emotional depth. From the lively rhythms of "Allegro" to the serene beauty of "Adagio," the album offers a comprehensive exploration of Vivaldi's musical landscape.
The album is not just a compilation but a carefully crafted experience, highlighting Vivaldi's collaborations with other Baroque masters like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel. The inclusion of works like "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and "Goldberg Variations" adds a layer of richness and variety, making this album a true gem for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
"Encore - Classical: Baroque" is more than just an album; it's a tribute to the Baroque era's opulence and sophistication. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Vivaldi or discovering his music for the first time, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. Dive into the world of Antonio Vivaldi and let the timeless beauty of his music enchant your senses.
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in D Minor, RV 249, Op. 4 No. 8: I. Allegro – IIa. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Trio Sonata for 2 Violins and Continuo in D, Op. 5, No. 2, HWV 397: 2. Allegro - AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Kenneth Sillito, Malcolm Latchem, Alan Cuckston, Denis Vigay, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
Trio in G minor for Violin, Lute and Basso continuo, RV 85: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Thomas Füri, Göran Söllscher, Andreas Erismann
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude No. 9 in E Major, BWV 854/1Johann Sebastian Bach, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Sonata in f major, HWV 363a: 5. MenuettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Neil Black, Graham Sheen, George Malcolm
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in D Minor, RV 249, Op. 4 No. 8: IIb. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: I. [Allegro moderato]Johann Sebastian Bach, Janine Jansen, Boris Brovtsyn, Cindy Albracht, Frederik Paulsson, Julia-Maria Kretz, Tijmen Huisingh, Monika Urbonaite, Nimrod Guez, Pauline Sachse, Maarten Jansen, Rick Stotijn, Jan Jansen
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 3 in G Major for Solo Violin, RV 310: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
English Suite No. 2 in A Minor, BWV 807: IV. Sarabande – Les agréments de la même SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Friedrich Gulda
Trio Sonata for 2 Oboes and Continuo in A, Op. 5, No. 1, HWV 396: 4. Gavotte (Allegro)George Frideric Handel, Celia Nicklin, Neil Black, George Malcolm, Graham Sheen, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 7 in F Major for 4 Violins, RV 567: 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Mackintosh, Elizabeth Wilcock, John Holloway, Monica Huggett, Susan Sheppard, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Flute Sonata in D major, HWV 378: 3. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, William Bennett, Nicholas Kraemer, Denis Vigay
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, BWV 846-869: 18. Prelude And Fugue In G Sharp Minor, BWV 863Johann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
Concerto For Violin, Strings And Harpsichord In G Minor, R. 325: 3. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Arr. Figueroa for Chamber Orchestra)Johann Sebastian Bach, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Saul, HWV 53 / Act 2: 65. SymphonyGeorge Frideric Handel, Gabrieli, Paul McCreesh, Timothy Roberts
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 7 in G Major, RV 185: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: 2. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Trio Sonata in D minor for 2 Violins and Continuo, Op. 1/8 , RV 6 4: 4th movement: GigaAntonio Vivaldi, Bell'Arte Antiqua
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, RV 279: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Maurice Gendron
Concerto for 2 Violins in G Major, RV 516: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Fugue In A Flat Major BWV 862Johann Sebastian Bach, Rosalyn Tureck
Concerto for Violin and Strings in E minor , Op. 6/5 , RV 280: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Andrew Manze, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Flute Sonata in G Minor, BWV 1020 (Doubtful, Attrib. C.P. E. Bach as H. 542.5): II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Aurèle Nicolet, Karl Richter
Concerto for Strings in A Major, RV 159: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Micaela Comberti, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Pierre Fournier
Trio in C Major for Violin, Lute and Basso continuo, RV 82: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Thomas Füri, Göran Söllscher, Andreas Erismann
Orlando, HWV 31 / Act 3: Sinfonia IGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, Cantata BWV 106: 1. SonatinaJohann Sebastian Bach, Deutsche Bachsolisten, Helmut Winschermann
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" - Concerto No. 10 in B minor for 4 violins and cello: 2. Largo-LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Catherine Mackintosh, Elizabeth Wilcock, John Holloway, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Aria variata (alla Man. Italiana) In A Minor, BWV 989: Variatio XJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in D minor, RV 129: 2. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Mandolin Concerto in C Major, RV 425: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Avi Avital, Venice Baroque Orchestra
Flute Sonata in E-Flat Major, BWV 1031: 1. Allegro moderatoJohann Sebastian Bach, Konrad Hünteler, Ton Koopman
Harpsichord Suite Set I No. 3 in D minor HWV 428: 1. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Colin Tilney
Sinfonia for Strings in C, R. 111a: 3. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: AriaJohann Sebastian Bach, Blandine Verlet
Concerto for Violin and Strings in D , Op. 6/4 , RV 216: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Andrew Manze, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Aria variata (alla Man. Italiana) In A Minor, BWV 989: Variatio VI. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 7 in G Major, RV 185: 1. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8/2, RV 315 "Summer": II. Adagio e piano - Presto e forteAntonio Vivaldi, Gidon Kremer, Leslie Pearson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Recorder Sonata in F major, Op. 1, No. 11, HWV 369: 3. Alla sicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
Concerto for Violin and Strings in D minor, Op. 8/7, RV 242: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Mariana Sirbu, I Musici
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude In C Major BWV 846Johann Sebastian Bach, Maria Todtenhaupt
Concerto for Violin and Strings in D , Op. 12/3 , RV 124: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Pavlo Beznosiuk, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639Johann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Trio Sonata in D minor for 2 Violins and Continuo, Op. 1/8 , RV 6 4: 3rd movement: GraveAntonio Vivaldi, Bell'Arte Antiqua
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D Major for Violin, RV 230: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
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