Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's "Classical Summer," a captivating collection of his most celebrated works, set to release on July 10, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This album is a vibrant tapestry of classical masterpieces, spanning a diverse array of compositions that showcase Vivaldi's unparalleled genius and his profound influence on the world of classical music.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes, "Classical Summer" is a comprehensive journey through Vivaldi's oeuvre, featuring iconic pieces such as "Concerto in A Minor, RV 356: III. Presto," "L'estro armonico," and selections from "The Four Seasons." The album is a testament to Vivaldi's versatility, encompassing concertos for various instruments, including violin, flute, bassoon, and cello, as well as orchestral and chamber works.
Each track is a masterclass in baroque composition, highlighting Vivaldi's distinctive style characterized by its rhythmic vitality, melodic inventiveness, and harmonic richness. The album opens with the energetic "Concerto in A Minor, RV 356: III. Presto," setting the stage for a series of captivating performances that showcase the full range of Vivaldi's musical prowess.
Among the standout tracks are the enchanting "Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 'La notte'," the serene "Largo" from "Concerto for Recorder, Oboe, Violin, Bassoon and Continuo in G, R.101," and the exhilarating "Concerto for Violin and Strings in G Minor, Op. 8, No. 2, RV 315 'L'estate'." These pieces, along with many others, demonstrate Vivaldi's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and atmospheres through his music.
"Classical Summer" is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to explore the depths of Vivaldi's musical legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring appeal of Vivaldi's compositions. So, prepare to be transported to the heart of the baroque era with this exceptional compilation of works by one of history's most beloved composers.
Concerto in A Minor, RV 356: III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Avi Avital, Venice Baroque Orchestra
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Horns, Strings and Continuo in F, R.539: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Timothy Brown, Nicholas Hill, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto in G Major For Flute & Strings, Op. 10, No. 4, RV 435: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Patrick Gallois, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for Lute, 2 Violins and Continuo in D major, RV 93: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Tom Finucane, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Concerto for Recorder, Oboe, Violin, Bassoon and Continuo in G, R.101: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Heinz Holliger, Felix Ayo, Pasquale Pellegrino, Christiane Jaccottet, Klaus Thunemann, Jonathan Rubin, Thomas Demenga
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": VI. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Patrick Gallois, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Bassoon Concerto No. 25 in F Major, RV 491: 2: LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Daniel Smith, English Chamber Orchestra, Philip Ledger
Largo (Second movement from "The Four Seasons" - Winter) (arr. Cohn)Antonio Vivaldi, Daniel Smith, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Ettore Stratta
Concerto for 2 Oboes, Strings and Continuo in A minor, R.536: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Celia Nicklin, Barry Davis, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto in C Minor for Recorder & Strings, RV 441: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lucie Horsch, Amsterdam Vivaldi Players
Concerto For Violin, Strings And Harpsichord In G Minor, R. 325: 3. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 2 in G Minor for 2 Violins and Cello, RV 578: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Elizabeth Wilcock, Monica Huggett, Susan Sheppard, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto for Violin and Strings in D , Op. 6/4 , RV 216: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Andrew Manze, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Gloria, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 7/11, RV 208a: 2. GraveAntonio Vivaldi, Stanley Ritchie, The Bach-Ensemble, Joshua Rifkin
Concerto in G major, Op.10, No.4, RV 435: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Sonata in C minor for violin, cello and continuo, RV83: AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The Four Nations Ensemble, Matthew White
Concerto in G major, Op.10, No.4, RV 435: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433, Op. 10 No. 1 "La tempesta di mare": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sonata for Lute, Violin and Continuo, RV.82 - Arr. for guitar: Pepe Romero: 2. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Pepe Romero, I Musici
La stravaganza, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 316a, Op. 4 No. 6: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Bassoon Concerto No. 31 in C Major, RV 476: 2: LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Daniel Smith, English Chamber Orchestra, Philip Ledger
Concerto in G major, Op.10, No.6, RV 437: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Iona Brown
Concerto for Strings in A Major, RV 159: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Micaela Comberti, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Violins in A Minor, RV 523: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Viktoria Mullova, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 128: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Sinfonia in G Major, RV 149: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 3 in G Major for Solo Violin, RV 310: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto for Recorder, Oboe, Violin, Bassoon and Continuo in G minor, R.105: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Michala Petri, Heinz Holliger, Felix Ayo, Pasquale Pellegrino, Christiane Jaccottet, Klaus Thunemann, Jonathan Rubin, Thomas Demenga
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": V. Il sonno. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Oboes, Violin, Strings and Continuo in D, R.563 - Arr. 2 Trumpets: 2. GraveAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Laird, William Houghton, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Strings in D Minor, RV 129 "Madrigalesco": Ib. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Bassoon Concerto No. 30 in G Major, RV 493: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Daniel Smith, Zagreber Solisten, Tonko Ninić
Bassoon Concerto in F major, RV.491: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Klaus Thunemann, Shizuko Noiri, I Musici
The Four Seasons: Summer II. Adagio e Piano - Presto ForteAntonio Vivaldi, Nicola Benedetti, Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for 2 Violins in G Major, RV 516: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Viktoria Mullova, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 5 in A Major, RV 347: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Concerto for Violin and Strings in E minor , Op. 6/5 , RV 280: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Andrew Manze, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
L'estro armonico, Violin Concerto in A Minor, RV 356, Op. 3 No. 6: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Violin and Strings in D , Op. 12/3 , RV 124: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Pavlo Beznosiuk, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Cello Sonata in G Minor, RV 42: 4. Gigue. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Eugène Ferré, Christophe Coin, Ageet Zweistra, Christopher Hogwood
Cello Concerto in F, R.411/412: 3. Allegro molto (RV 411)Antonio Vivaldi, Enrico Dindo, I Solisti di Pavia
Cello Concerto in F, R.411/412: 2. Larghetto (RV 412)Antonio Vivaldi, Enrico Dindo, I Solisti di Pavia
The Four Seasons: WinterAntonio Vivaldi, Albrecht Mayer, The King's Singers
Concerto for Violin and Strings in G Minor, Op. 8, No. 2, RV 315 "L'estate": II. Adagio - Presto - Adagio - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Trondheim Soloists
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