Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Gioachino Rossini's chamber music with "Gioachino Rossini: Complete Sonate a quattro," a meticulously crafted collection released by Praga Digitals. This album, featuring the renowned Academy of St. Martin in the Fields under the baton of Sir Neville Marriner, offers a comprehensive exploration of Rossini's string sonatas, originally composed for two violins, cello, and double bass.
Released in 2018, this album commemorates the 150th anniversary of Rossini's birth, providing a rich tapestry of his early musical genius. The six sonatas, each comprising three movements, showcase Rossini's mastery of classical forms and his distinctive operatic flair. From the lively "Allegro vivace" of the fourth sonata to the stormy "Tempesta" of the sixth, each piece is a testament to Rossini's compositional prowess and his ability to evoke a range of moods and atmospheres.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and expressive depth, bringing Rossini's music to life with vibrant energy and refined artistry. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Rossini's operas or a curious explorer of classical music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
2022 Little Tribeca2018 Praga Digitals
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String Sonata No. 1 in G Major: I. ModeratoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 1 in G Major: II. AndantinoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 1 in G Major: III. AllegroGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 2 in A Major: I. AllegroGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 2 in A Major: II. AndantinoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 2 in A Major: III. AllegroGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 3 in C Major: I. AllegroGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 3 in C Major: II. AndanteGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 3 in C Major: III. ModeratoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 4 in B-Flat Major: I. Allegro vivaceGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 4 in B-Flat Major: II. AndantinoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 4 in B-Flat Major: III. AllegrettoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 5 in E-Flat Major: I. Allegro vivaceGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 5 in E-Flat Major: II. AndantinoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 5 in E-Flat Major: III. AllegrettoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 6 in D Major: I. Allegro spiritosoGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 6 in D Major: II. Andante assaiGioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
String Sonata No. 6 in D Major: III. Tempesta (Allegro)Gioachino Rossini, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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