Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's masterful compositions with this exquisite collection, "Vivaldi: Gloria; Stabat Mater; Nisi Dominus; Salve Regina." Released in 2011 under the prestigious Archiv Produktion label, this album is a testament to Vivaldi's enduring genius and his profound impact on the world of classical music.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 1 minute, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of Vivaldi's most celebrated sacred choral works and instrumental pieces. The Gloria, RV 589, opens the album with its jubilant and spirited movements, showcasing Vivaldi's ability to blend vocal and instrumental elements in a way that is both powerful and uplifting.
The Stabat Mater, RV 621, is a poignant and reflective piece that highlights Vivaldi's capacity for deep emotional expression. This work is followed by the Nisi Dominus, RV 608, a composition that exemplifies Vivaldi's mastery of both sacred text and musical form. The Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616, concludes the vocal selections with a sense of solemnity and reverence.
In addition to these choral works, the album also features instrumental pieces that demonstrate Vivaldi's prowess as a composer for the concerto grosso form. The Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8, known as the "Christmas Concerto," is a standout piece, with its lively and festive movements. The Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128, and the Sinfonia in B Minor, RV 169 "Al Santo Sepolcro," further showcase Vivaldi's ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.
This album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the richness and depth of Baroque music. Vivaldi's compositions, performed with skill and passion, offer a glimpse into the musical brilliance of the 18th century. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Gloria, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: II. Et in terra paxAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: III. Laudamus teAntonio Vivaldi, Jennifer Smith, Nancy Argenta, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Gloria, RV 589: IV. Gratias agimus tibiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: V. Propter magnam gloriam tuamAntonio Vivaldi, Jennifer Smith, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin
Gloria, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus, Rex caelestisAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: VII. Domine Fili unigeniteAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: VIII. Domine Deus, Agnus DeiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Gloria, RV 589: XI. Quoniam tu solus sanctusAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: XII. Cum Sancto SpirituAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
O di Betlemme altera: I. IntroduzioneAlessandro Scarlatti, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Trevor Jones, Jane Coe, Peter McCarthy
O di Betlemme altera: II. Recit. O di Betlemme altera – III. Aria. Dal ben seno d'una stellaAlessandro Scarlatti, Nancy Argenta, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Trevor Jones, Jane Coe, Peter McCarthy
O di Betlemme altera: IV. Recit. Presa d'uomo la forma – V. Aria. L'autor d'ogni mio beneAlessandro Scarlatti, Nancy Argenta, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Trevor Jones, Jane Coe, Peter McCarthy
O di Betlemme altera: VI. Recit. fortunati, fortunati pastori! – VII. Pastorale. Tocco la prima sorte a voi, pastoriAlessandro Scarlatti, Nancy Argenta, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Trevor Jones, Jane Coe, Peter McCarthy
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": I. Vivace – GraveArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio – Allegro – AdagioArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": IV. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. Allegro –Arcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. Largo. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: I. Nisi DominusAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: II. Vanum est vobisAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: III. SurgiteAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: IV. Cum dederitAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: V. Sicut sagittaeAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: VI. Beatus virAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: VII. GloriaAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: VIII. Sicut erat in principioAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: IX. AmenAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Stabat Mater, RV 621: I. Stabat Mater dolorosaAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: II. Cuius animam gementemAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: III. O quam tristis et afflictaAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: IV. Quis est homo, qui non fleretAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: V. Quis non posset contristariAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: VI. Pro peccatis suae gentisAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: VII. Eia Mater, fons amorisAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: VIII. Fac ut ardeat cor meumAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Stabat Mater, RV 621: IX. AmenAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia in B Minor, RV 169 "Al Santo Sepolcro": I. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia in B Minor, RV 169 "Al Santo Sepolcro": II. Allegro ma pocoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616: I. Salve ReginaAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616: II. Ad te clamamusAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616: III. Ad te suspiramusAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616: IV. Eia ergo advocataAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Salve Regina in C Minor, RV 616: V. Et Jesum benedictumAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
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