Immerse yourself in the rich Baroque period with Antonio Caldara's "Sonate da camera Op. 2 & Cello Sonatas," a captivating collection of chamber sonatas and cello sonatas that showcase the composer's mastery and the elegance of the era. Released on June 3, 2014, by Tactus, this album offers a generous 1 hour and 39 minutes of exquisite music, divided into 33 tracks that explore a variety of dance-inspired movements and sonata forms.
Caldara, an Italian composer known for his vocal and instrumental works, presents a delightful blend of preludes, allemandes, courantes, gigues, and sarabandes, each movement crafted with intricate melodies and harmonies that highlight the expressive capabilities of the instruments. The album begins with the "Sonate da camera Op. 2," a set of 11 sonatas that demonstrate Caldara's skill in composing for small ensembles, followed by two cello sonatas that exemplify his ability to create engaging and technically demanding works for solo cello and continuo.
The "Sonate da camera" are particularly noteworthy for their dance-like qualities, with each movement inspired by the popular dance forms of the time. The cello sonatas, on the other hand, offer a more intimate and reflective experience, with their expressive melodies and rich harmonies. Throughout the album, Caldara's compositions are brought to life by the skilled performers, who capture the essence of each piece with their nuanced interpretations and technical prowess.
This album is a testament to Caldara's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of Baroque music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Sonate da camera Op. 2 & Cello Sonatas" offers a rewarding and enjoyable listening experience that is sure to delight and inspire.
2014 Tactus2014 Tactus
Tracks
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 1: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 1: II. AllemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 1: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 1: IV. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 2: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 2: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 2: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 2: IV. GavottaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in D Major, Op. 2, No. 3: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in D Major, Op. 2, No. 3: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in D Major, Op. 2, No. 3: III. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 4: I. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 4: II. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 4: III. GavotaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in G Minor, Op. 2, No. 4: IV. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 5: I. Preludio. LargoAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 5: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 5: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 5: IV. GavotaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in A Major, Op. 2, No. 6: I. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in A Major, Op. 2, No. 6: II. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in A Major, Op. 2, No. 6: III. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 7: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 7: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 7: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 7: IV. Tempo di sarabandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in F Major, Op. 2, No. 8: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in F Major, Op. 2, No. 8: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in F Major, Op. 2, No. 8: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera in F Major, Op. 2, No. 8: IV. Tempo di sarabandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 9: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 9: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 9: III. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 9: IV. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 10: I. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 10: II. CorrenteAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 10: III. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 10: IV. GavotaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 11: I. PreludioAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 11: II. AlemandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 11: III. SarabandaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Sonata da camera, Op. 2, No. 11: IV. GigaAntonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Chiaccona in B-Flat Major, Op. 2, No. 12Antonio Caldara, Aura Soave Cremona, Diego Cantalupi
Cello Sonata No. 1 in A Major: I. AndanteAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 1 in A Major: II. AllegroAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 1 in A Major: III. LarghettoAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 1 in A Major: IV. AllegroAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 2 in D Major: I. AllegroAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 2 in D Major: II. LargoAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
Cello Sonata No. 2 in D Major: III. AllegroAntonio Caldara, Marco Frezzato, Aura Soave Cremona
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