Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Giuseppe Tartini with the 2024 release "Diavolo": Giuseppe Tartini - 6 Violin Sonatas. This exquisite collection, performed by La Serenissima and directed by Adrian Chandler, offers a profound exploration of Tartini's virtuosic compositions, showcasing his mastery of the violin and his innovative approach to the sonata form.
The album features 21 tracks, spanning a duration of approximately 75 minutes, and is divided into two distinct halves. The first half of the collection is modeled after the sonata da chiesa, characterized by its slow-fast-slow-fast movement structure, while the second half presents a more varied and adventurous approach to the sonata form.
Among the highlights of the album is the renowned "Il trillo del Diavolo" (The Devil's Trill), a sonata that has become synonymous with Tartini's name. This piece, with its intricate and demanding violin part, is a testament to Tartini's extraordinary skill and imagination.
The album also includes selections from Tartini's Op. 1 and his collection of 26 sonatas, offering a broad overview of his stylistic evolution and his enduring influence on the world of classical music. The performances by La Serenissima are marked by their technical precision, expressive depth, and keen sensitivity to the nuances of Tartini's compositions.
Released on Signum Records, "Diavolo": Giuseppe Tartini - 6 Violin Sonatas is a celebration of one of the most important and innovative figures in the history of violin music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
(C) 2024 Signum Classics(P) 2024 La Serenissima
Tracks
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 6, Violin Sonata in D Major, D, B.D12 / GT 2.D12: I. AdagioGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 6, Violin Sonata in D Major, D, B.D12 / GT 2.D12: II. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 6, Violin Sonata in D Major, D, B.D12 / GT 2.D12: III. LarghettoGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 6, Violin Sonata in D Major, D, B.D12 / GT 2.D12: IV. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 9, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A1 / GT 2.A01: I. Largo andanteGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 9, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A1 / GT 2.A01: II. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 9, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A1 / GT 2.A01: III. Allegro assaiGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 9, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A1 / GT 2.A01: IV. MenuetGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734) No. 7, Violin Sonata in D Major, B.D6 / GT 2.D06: I. GraveGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734) No. 7, Violin Sonata in D Major, B.D6 / GT 2.D06: II. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734) No. 7, Violin Sonata in D Major, B.D6 / GT 2.D06: III. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 6, Violin Sonata in E Minor, B.e1 / GT. 2e01: I. Andante cantabile: Senti lo mareGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 6, Violin Sonata in E Minor, B.e1 / GT. 2e01: II. Allegro cantabileGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 6, Violin Sonata in E Minor, B.e1 / GT. 2e01: III. GigaGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
26 Sonatas: No. 6, Violin Sonata in E Minor, B.e1 / GT. 2e01: IV. Allegro assaiGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 1, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A14 / GT 2.A14: I. GraveGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 1, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A14 / GT 2.A14: II. Allegro - AdagioGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1 (1734): No. 1, Violin Sonata in A Major, B.A14 / GT 2.A14: III. PrestoGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
Violin Sonata in G Minor, B.g5 / GT 2.g05 "Il trillo del Diavolo": I. Andante / Larghetto affettuosoGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
Violin Sonata in G Minor, B.g5 / GT 2.g05 "Il trillo del Diavolo": II. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
Violin Sonata in G Minor, B.g5 / GT 2.g05 "Il trillo del Diavolo": III. Andante – Allegro – Andante – Allegro – Andante – Allegro – AdagioGiuseppe Tartini, La Serenissima, Adrian Chandler
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