Opis: Vivaldi: La Stravaganza, 12 Violin Concertos Op.4

The latest in Brilliant Classics selection of Vivaldi releases, this vivid and inventive collection can be considered the first true example of the genre later to be connected so strongly with the Prete Rosso: the violin concerto. La Stravaganza gains its extravagant title from its bold modulations, subtle melodies and unusual intervals. Having set the precedent himself with LEstro Armonico (Op.3), the music in La Stravaganza goes far beyond these compositions of some five years earlier (though it could well be that they were in fact composed in the period preceding the publication of Op.3); Vivaldi fully exploits the potential of the slow movements, extending them from a few sustained chords into a dramatic interplay between the soloist and tutti players. For the first time too, he moves further away from the concerto grosso form, with the soloist increasingly taking the starring role, supported only minimally by the other players, who at times fall silent, allowing the violin to play with continuo alone. Add to this some of the most elaborate embellishments ever written an innovative practice for players at the time who were used to improvising the ornamentation themselves and the concertos really do live up to their extravagant title. First released as part of Brilliant Classics authoritative Vivaldi Edition in 2014, this album is part of a new series of Vivaldi collections by the Italian group LArte dellArco, led by acclaimed violinist Federico Guglielmo. Experts in authentic Baroque performance, the groups previous release of Vivaldis Ottone in Villa (BC94105) was praised by Gramophone magazine for its "sustained lyricism" and "warm sound". Playing on original instruments, with just one player per part, LArte dellArco produces a compact but vibrant tone, fully embodying the Italian sound of the Red Priest. The 12 violin concertos which Antonio Vivaldi published as La Stravaganza do full justice to their title: the range of expression is enormous, from the tender lyricism of the slow movements to the wild and tempestuous fast movements, where the solo violin revels in wild leaps and brilliant virtuosity. Exceptionally vivid and energetic performances by maestro Federico Guglielmo and his LArte dellArco, playing original instruments in Historically Informed Performance Practice, never a dull moment here! Booklet contains extensive liner notes and information on the instruments used. Recorded in 2014 in Padua, Italy.

Szczegóły: Vivaldi: La Stravaganza, 12 Violin Concertos Op.4

Nazwa: Vivaldi: La Stravaganza, 12 Violin Concertos Op.4
Producent: Brilliant Classics
Kod paskowy: 5028421950433
Języki: włoski
Format: 12.2x13.9
Oprawa: Pudełko CD
Waga: 0.114 kg
Wykonawca: Federico Guglielmo
Czas trwania: 1:36:29
Typ głównego nośnika: AC
Ilość nośników: 2
Opis nośników:

1. CD1 (CD-Audio)
   1. Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, RV 383a (koncert - utwór 08:23)
   2. Violin Concerto No. 11 in D Major, RV 204 (koncert - utwór 05:57)
   3. Violin Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284 (koncert - utwór 06:49)
   4. Violin Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, RV 357 (koncert - utwór 07:47)
   5. Violin Concerto No. 7 in C Major, RV 185 (koncert - utwór 07:45)
   6. Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, RV 279 (koncert - utwór 09:21)

2. CD2 (CD-Audio)
   1. Violin Concerto No. 12 in G Major, RV 298 (koncert - utwór 09:09)
   2. Violin Concerto No. 8 in D Minor, RV 249 (koncert - utwór 07:19)
   3. Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, RV 347 (koncert - utwór 08:43)
   4. Violin Concerto No. 10 in C Minor, RV 196 (koncert - utwór 07:48)
   5. Violin Concerto No. 6 in G Minor, RV 316a (koncert - utwór 08:43)
   6. Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, RV 301 (koncert - utwór 08:18)

Recenzje: Vivaldi: La Stravaganza, 12 Violin Concertos Op.4