Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of classical music with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields' upcoming album, "Cantabile," set to release on August 18, 2025. This remarkable ensemble, renowned for their precision and expressive performances, presents a captivating collection of works that span the Baroque and Classical periods.
The album opens with the lively and iconic "Water Music Suite No. 2 in D" by George Frideric Handel, showcasing the orchestra's ability to bring vibrant energy and clarity to this beloved composition. The program continues with Antonio Vivaldi's "12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 'La stravaganza'," featuring the virtuosic talents of the Academy's soloists. These concertos, known for their technical brilliance and emotional depth, are a highlight of the album.
Johann Sebastian Bach's intricate and intellectually stimulating "Musical Offering" is also featured, demonstrating the ensemble's mastery of complex counterpoint and polyphony. The album further explores the rich repertoire of Handel with his "Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major" and "Concerto a due cori No. 1," highlighting the orchestra's versatility and the exquisite playing of their wind and string sections.
The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields also delves into the works of Johann Pachelbel with the "Canon and Gigue in D Major," offering a fresh perspective on this timeless piece. The album concludes with Vivaldi's "12 Concertos, Op. 3 'L'estro armonico'," a series of concertos that exemplify the composer's innovative spirit and the orchestra's ability to convey both grandeur and intimacy.
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes, "Cantabile" is a comprehensive journey through some of the most significant and enchanting works of the Baroque and Classical eras. The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields' impeccable musicianship and deep understanding of these compositions make this album an essential addition to any classical music lover's collection.
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D: 1. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D: 3. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D: 4. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D: 5. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, RV 357: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, RV 357: 2. Grave e sempre pianoAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, RV 357: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Musical Offering, BWV 1079 - Ed. Marriner: Canones diversi: Canon 4 a 2 per Augmentationem, contrario MotuJohann Sebastian Bach, Iona Brown, Stephen Shingles, Denis Vigay, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: I. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: II. Fuga. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: III. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Roger Lord, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: II. Allegro ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: IV. LentoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: V. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VI. Alla breve. ModeratoGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VII. Menuet. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, RV 383a: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, RV 383a: 2. Largo e CantabileAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, RV 383a: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for 2 Oboes, Violin, Strings and Continuo in D, R.563 - Arr. 2 Trumpets: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Laird, William Houghton, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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 2 Oboes, Violin, Strings and Continuo in D, R.563 - Arr. 2 Trumpets: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Michael Laird, William Houghton, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Canon and Gigue in D Major, P. 37: I. CanonJohann Pachelbel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Canon and Gigue in D Major, P. 37: II. GigueJohann Pachelbel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Canon and Gigue in D Major, P. 37: III. CanonJohann Pachelbel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 10 in C Minor, RV 196: 1. SpirituosoAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 10 in C Minor, RV 196: 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 10 in C Minor, RV 196: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto grosso in G, Op. 6, No. 1: 1. A tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G, Op. 6, No. 1: 2. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G, Op. 6, No. 1: 3. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G, Op. 6, No. 1: 4. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G, Op. 6, No. 1: 5. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Iona Brown, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Henryk Szeryng, Maurice Hasson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Henryk Szeryng, Maurice Hasson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Henryk Szeryng, Maurice Hasson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 1. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 2. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Concerto for Harpsichord, Strings, and Continuo No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056 - Arr. Hogwood for Flute & Strings: 3. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, William Bennett, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 10 for 4 Violins and Cello in B Minor, RV 580: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Carmel Kaine, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 10 for 4 Violins and Cello in B Minor, RV 580: II. Largo - LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Carmel Kaine, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 10 for 4 Violins and Cello in B Minor, RV 580: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Carmel Kaine, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 11 for 2 Violins and Cello in D Minor, RV 565: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 11 for 2 Violins and Cello in D Minor, RV 565: II. Largo e SpiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 11 for 2 Violins and Cello in D Minor, RV 565: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Roy Gillard, Kenneth Heath, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 12 for Solo Violin in E Major, RV 265: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 12 for Solo Violin in E Major, RV 265: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Iona Brown, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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