Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Antonio Vivaldi with "Artists of History: Vivaldi," a meticulously curated collection of his most celebrated works. Released on January 6, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 3 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through the Baroque master's compositions.
Vivaldi, a prolific composer and virtuoso violinist, is renowned for his innovative and expressive works, and this album showcases his genius across a variety of genres and forms. From the iconic "Four Seasons" to his concertos for flute, mandolin, and lute, each piece is a testament to Vivaldi's ability to evoke vivid imagery and deep emotion through music.
The album features a diverse selection of Vivaldi's concertos, including works from his famous "Il cimento dell'armonia e dell'inventione" (Op. 8) and "L'estro armonico" (Op. 3) collections. These concertos, characterized by their intricate melodies and dynamic rhythms, highlight Vivaldi's mastery of the concerto form and his ability to create music that is both technically demanding and emotionally resonant.
In addition to his concertos, the album also includes sacred choral works such as the "Gloria in D Major" and "Nisi Dominus," demonstrating Vivaldi's versatility and depth as a composer. These pieces, with their rich harmonies and powerful choral writing, offer a different side of Vivaldi's musical genius.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Vivaldi's music or a newcomer to the Baroque period, "Artists of History: Vivaldi" is an essential addition to your classical music library. This album captures the essence of Vivaldi's musical legacy, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience that showcases the enduring power and beauty of his compositions.
Concerto in D Major, RV 84: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in D Major, RV 84: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in D Major, RV 84: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in D Major, RV 89: I. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in D Major, RV 89: II. Cantabile - Andante e poco vivaceAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in D Major, RV 89: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in G Major, RV 102: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in G Major, RV 102: II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in G Major, RV 102: III. VivaceAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in G major, RV 102: IV. AriettaAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Concerto in G major, RV 102: V. MinuettoAntonio Vivaldi, Wilbert Hazelzet, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Flute Concerto in A Minor, R. 108: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gudrun Heyens, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Flute Concerto in A minor, R. 108: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Gudrun Heyens, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Flute Concerto in A Minor, R. 108: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gudrun Heyens, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 8 "Il cimento dell'armonia e dell'inventione" / Concerto No. 4 in F Minor for solo violin, RV297 "L'Inverno": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Werner Krotzinger, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, RV 315 "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Christian Li, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Concerto grosso for violins, strings and continuo in D , Op. 3/9 , RV 230 - (Arr. by P.H. Jensen): 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Howard Jensen, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for 2 Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Avi Avital, Alon Sariel, Venice Baroque Orchestra
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 6 in G Minor, RV 316a: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Felix Ayo, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
Concerto in G Minor for Flute & Strings, Op.10, No.2, RV439 - "La notte": 4. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: II. Largo e pianissimo sempreAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 6 for Solo Violin in A Minor, RV 356: III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Alan Loveday, Christopher Hogwood, Colin Tilney, Robert Spencer, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 8 in D minor, RV 249: 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Felix Ayo, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
Concerto for Violin and Strings in F minor, Op. 8, No. 4, R.297 "L'inverno": 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Ryu Goto, Sinfonia Varsovia, Jakub Haufa
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 8 "Il cimento dell'armonia e dell'inventione" / Concerto No. 1 in E Major for solo violin, RV269 "La Primavera": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Konstanty Andrzej Kulka, Igor Kipnis, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: II. Adagio e piano – Presto e forte - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Aurèle Nicolet, I Musici
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Marco Fiorini, I Musici
The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297, "L'inverno" (Winter): II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Alberto Lizzio, Musici di San Marco
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 7 in G Major, RV 185: 2. Allegro (molto)Antonio Vivaldi, Felix Ayo, Walter Gallozzi, Enzo Altobelli, Maria Teresa Garatti, I Musici
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in D minor, RV 127: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert Choir, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in B flat, R.163 "Conca": 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 2. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, I Musici
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 2 in G Minor for 2 Violins & Cello, RV 578: II. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Roberto Michelucci, Italo Colandrea, Enzo Altobelli, I Musici
Concerto for Flute and Strings in G minor, Op.10, No.2, RV 439 " La notte" - Arr. for Recorder, Strings and Continuo: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Lucie Horsch, Amsterdam Vivaldi Players
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 4 in E Minor for 4 Violins, RV 550: 3. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Monica Huggett, Elizabeth Wilcock, Catherine Mackintosh, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
12 Concertos, Op. 3 - "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D major for Solo Violin, RV 230: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Pina Carmirelli, I Musici
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: 9. "Amen" (Allegro)Antonio Vivaldi, Franco Fagioli, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Sinfonia For Strings And Continuo In B Minor, RV169 - "Al Santo Sepolcro": 1. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Yoshihiro Kondo
L'estro armonico, Violin Concerto in A Minor, RV 356, Op. 3 No. 6: III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Roberto Michelucci, I Musici
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G Major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 1. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Mandolin Concerto in C, R.425: 3. (Allegro)Antonio Vivaldi, Takashi Ochi, Orchestre de Chambre Paul Kuentz, Paul Kuentz
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico", Concerto No. 1 for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549: II. Largo e SpiccatoAntonio 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
Concerto grosso in G , Op. 3/3 , RV 310 - (Arr. by P.H. Jensen): 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Howard Jensen, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra
Flute Concerto in D Major, RV 428, Op. 10 No. 3 "Il gardellino": II. CantabileAntonio Vivaldi, Severino Gazzelloni, I Musici
Lute Concerto in D Major, RV 93: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Paul O'Dette, The Parley of Instruments, Peter Holman
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 "La stravaganza" / Concerto No. 9 in F Major, RV 284: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Carmel Kaine, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Stabat Mater, R.621: 8. "Fac ut ardeat" (Lento)Antonio Vivaldi, Jochen Kowalski, Concertgebouw Chamber Orchestra, John Constable, Vittorio Negri
Concerto for Lute, 2 Violins and Continuo in D, RV.93: 2. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Pepe Romero, I Musici
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