Heinz Holliger, a renowned oboist and conductor, presents a captivating collection of Baroque oboe concertos on his 2012 album, "Albinoni, Marcello & Vivaldi: Oboe Concertos." This album is a testament to Holliger's virtuosity and his deep understanding of the Baroque repertoire. The album features works by three prominent Italian composers of the 17th and 18th centuries: Tomaso Albinoni, Benedetto Marcello, and Antonio Vivaldi.
The album opens with Albinoni's Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2, showcasing the expressive range of the oboe in a trio of movements that shift from the lively Allegro e non presto to the introspective Adagio, and back to the energetic Allegro. Holliger's mastery of the oboe is evident in his nuanced phrasing and dynamic control.
The album continues with Marcello's Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3, and Vivaldi's Oboe Concerto in D Minor and Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446. Each concerto is a showcase of the oboe's versatility, with Holliger navigating the technical demands of the Allegro movements and the lyrical beauty of the Adagio sections with equal aplomb.
The album concludes with two more concertos by Albinoni and Marcello, each offering a unique blend of melodic invention and contrapuntal complexity. Throughout the album, Holliger is accompanied by a chamber ensemble that provides sensitive and supportive accompaniment, allowing the oboe to shine.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 7 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of the oboe concerto repertoire of the Baroque era. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Heinz Holliger's "Albinoni, Marcello & Vivaldi: Oboe Concertos" is sure to delight and inspire.
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 1. Allegro e non prestoTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in D Minor, Op. 9, No. 2 for Oboe, Strings and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in F Major, Op. 9, No. 3 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Oboe Concerto In D Minor: 1. Andante e spiccatoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in D minor: 2. AdagioAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto In D Minor: 3. PrestoAlessandro Marcello, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in G Minor, Op. 9, No. 8 for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 1. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Concerto a 5 in C Major, Op. 9, No. 9 for 2 Oboes, Strings, and Continuo: 3. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Heinz Holliger, Maurice Bourgue, I Musici, Maria Teresa Garatti
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: I. (Allegro)Antonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
Oboe Concerto in C Major RV 446: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Heinz Holliger, I Musici
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