Charles Avison's "Concerti Grossi After Scarlatti" is a captivating journey through the Baroque era, showcasing the brilliance of Avison's compositions and his unique interpretation of Domenico Scarlatti's keyboard sonatas. Released on Berlin Classics in 2015, this album is a testament to Avison's mastery of the concerto grosso form, featuring twelve concertos that are both technically demanding and emotionally resonant.
The album opens with the powerful and dramatic Concerto No. 3 in D Minor, followed by the lively and spirited Concerto No. 6 in D Major. Each concerto is a masterclass in composition, with Avison's intricate melodies and harmonies showcased against a backdrop of rich orchestration. The Concerto No. 4 in A Minor is particularly noteworthy for its hauntingly beautiful Adagio movement, while the Concerto No. 5 in D Minor is a tour de force of Baroque virtuosity.
The album also features the Concerto No. 9 in C Major, which includes a Siciliana movement that is both elegant and melancholic. The Concerto No. 11 in G Major is another highlight, with its lively and energetic Vivacemente movement providing a fitting conclusion to the album.
In addition to the concertos, the album also includes a performance of the Cembalo Sonata, Kk. 29 (L. 461): Presto in D Major, which showcases Avison's skill as a keyboard player. The entire album is a testament to Avison's genius and his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally powerful.
With a duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes, "Concerti Grossi After Scarlatti" is a substantial and rewarding listening experience that will appeal to fans of Baroque music and classical music enthusiasts alike.
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Tracks
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 3 in D Minor: I. Largo andante, K 89b, VNCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 3 in D Minor: II. Allegro sprirituoso, K 37, RG 25Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 3 in D Minor: III. Vivace, K 38, RG 26Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 3 in D Minor: IV. più allegro, K 1, RG 10Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 6 in D Major: I. LargoCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 6 in D Major: II. Con furia, K 29, RG 13Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 6 in D Major: III. Adagio, K 89c, VNCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 6 in D Major: IV. Vivacemente, K 21, RG 32Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 4 in A Minor: I. Andante, K 12, RG 19Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 4 in A Minor: II. Allegro, K 3, RG 11Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 4 in A Minor: III. LargoCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 4 in A Minor: IV. Vivace, K 36, RG 24Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 5 in D Minor: I. LargoCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 5 in D Minor: II. Allegro, K 11, RG 28Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 5 in D Minor: III. Andante moderato, K 41, RG 42Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 5 in D Minor: IV. Allegro, K 5, RG 14Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 9 in C Major: I. LargoCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 9 in C Major: II. Con spirito, K 31, RG 3Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 9 in C Major: III. SicilianaCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 9 in C Major: IV. Allegro, K 7, RG 18Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 11 in G Major: I. Con affettoCharles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 11 in G Major: II. Allegro, K 28, RG 35Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 11 in G Major: III. Andante moderato, K 25, RG 37Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
12 Concertos, Op. 6, Concerto No. 11 in G Major: IV. Vivacemente, K 6, RG 15Charles Avison, Concerto Köln
Cembalo Sonata, Kk. 29 (L. 461): Presto in D MajorDomenico Scarlatti, Concerto Köln
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