Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Antonio Vivaldi with this exquisite collection of violin and flute concertos. Released on January 1, 2002, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 20 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Vivaldi's masterful compositions.
The album opens with the iconic "The Four Seasons," a quartet of violin concertos that vividly depict the changing seasons through music. Each concerto is divided into three movements, capturing the essence of spring, summer, autumn, and winter with unparalleled vividness. The violin concertos are performed with exceptional skill and sensitivity, bringing Vivaldi's compositions to life with every note.
In addition to the violin concertos, the album features a selection of flute concertos, showcasing the versatility and virtuosity of Vivaldi's work. The flute concertos are performed by the talented Patrick Gallios, accompanied by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. These concertos, including "La notte," "Il gardellino," and "La tempesta di mare," are notable for their lyrical beauty and technical brilliance.
The album also includes a concerto for two violins and a concerto for four violins, demonstrating Vivaldi's innovative approach to composition and his ability to create complex, multi-layered musical textures. These concertos, along with the solo violin and flute concertos, offer a comprehensive overview of Vivaldi's contributions to the concerto form.
Recorded in February 2002 at St Jude-on-the-Hill in London, this album benefits from the expertise of producer Ben Turner, ensuring a high-quality listening experience. The performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and expressive depth, making this album a standout in the classical music genre.
Whether you are a longtime fan of Vivaldi or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The combination of Vivaldi's timeless compositions and the exceptional performances by the artists involved makes this album a true gem in the world of classical music.
2002 haenssler CLASSIC2002 haenssler CLASSIC
Tracks
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. Adagio - PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. Presto, PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 2 Violins in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 8, RV 522: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 2 Violins in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 8, RV 522: II. Largo e spiritosoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 2 Violins in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 8, RV 522: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 4 Violins in B Minor, Op. 3 No. 10, RV 580: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Ralph De Souza, Briony Shaw, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 4 Violins in B Minor, Op. 3 No. 10, RV 580: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Ralph De Souza, Briony Shaw, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 4 Violins in B Minor, Op. 3 No. 10, RV 580: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Ralph De Souza, Briony Shaw, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 4, No. 9, RV 284: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 4, No. 9, RV 284: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 4, No. 9, RV 284: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 2, RV 439 "La notte": I. Largo, "Fantasmi"Antonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 2, RV 439 "La notte": II. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Minor, Op. 10 No. 2, RV 439 "La notte": III. Allegro, "Il Sonno"Antonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3, RV 428 "Il gardellino": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3, RV 428 "Il gardellino": II. CantabileAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3, RV 428 "Il gardellino": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Major, RV 438: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Major, RV 438: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in G Major, RV 438: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Recorder Concerto in C Minor, RV 441: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Recorder Concerto in C Minor, RV 441: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Recorder Concerto in C Minor, RV 441: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in A Minor, RV 440: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in A Minor, RV 440: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in A Minor, RV 440: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Flute Concerto in F Major, Op. 10 No. 1, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Sylvie Dambrine, Ensemble La Partita
Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 4, No. 12, RV 298: I. SpiritosoAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 4, No. 12, RV 298: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 4, No. 12, RV 298: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sulamit Haecki, Ensemble La Partita
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