Castelnuovo-Tedesco: Guitar Chamber Works - Complete Edition

Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco's "Castelnuovo-Tedesco: Guitar Chamber Works - Complete Edition" is a comprehensive collection of the composer's chamber music, released on October 22, 2021, under Universal Music Italia srl. This album offers a deep dive into Castelnuovo-Tedesco's intricate compositions, showcasing his mastery of the guitar and string quartet combination, as well as other chamber ensembles. The album features a variety of pieces, including the expansive Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet, Op. 143, which spans four movements from the lively "Allegro, vivo e schietto" to the fiery "Finale. Allegro con fuoco." The collection also includes the delicate "Aria, Op. 146a," the charming "Sonatina, Op. 205" with its three distinct movements, and the evocative "Fantasia, Op. 145." The "Eclogues, Op. 206" provide a pastoral contrast with their four contrasting pieces. With a total duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for those interested in exploring the rich and diverse world of Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco's chamber music.