Dive into the virtuosic world of Niccolò Paganini with his captivating collection of sonatas for violin and guitar, released on Glossa in 2018. This album, "Paganini: Sonatas for Violin & Guitar," offers a unique blend of classical and ragtime genres, showcasing Paganini's extraordinary musical prowess and innovative spirit. Spanning a total of 66 minutes, the album features a variety of sonatas, each with its own distinct character and charm.
From the delicate and lyrical "Larghetto cantabile" of Sonata No. 6 in A Major to the lively and spirited "Rondo. Allegro assai," Paganini's compositions display a remarkable range of emotions and technical brilliance. The "Sonata concertata in A Major, Op. 61" adds a concertante dimension to the collection, with its dynamic interplay between the violin and guitar. The album also includes the enchanting "Sonata for Violin & Guitar in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 4," which features the playful "Allegretto motteggiando."
Paganini's sonatas are not only a testament to his extraordinary skill as a violinist but also a celebration of the guitar's expressive capabilities. This album is a must-listen for anyone interested in classical music, offering a rich and rewarding experience that highlights Paganini's enduring legacy as one of the greatest composers and performers of his time.
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Tracks
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 6 in A Major: I. Larghetto cantabileNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 6 in A Major: II. Rondo. Allegro assaiNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 12 in D Major: I. Andante cantabileNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 12 in D Major: II. Rondo. AllegrettoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Sonata concertata in A Major, Op. 61, MS 2: I. Allegro spiritosoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Sonata concertata in A Major, Op. 61, MS 2: II. Adagio assai espressivoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Sonata concertata in A Major, Op. 61, MS 2: III. Allegretto con brio, scherzandoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 14 in G Major: I. Andante - AdagiettoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 14 in G Major: II. Rondo. Allegro molto vivaceNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 2 in D Major: I. Adagio cantabileNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 2 in D Major: II. Rondoncino andantino - Tempo di polaccaNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 7 in F Major: I. Allegro giustoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Centone di sonate, Op. 64, MS 112, Sonata No. 7 in F Major: II. Polacca. Andantino allegrettoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Sonata for Violin & Guitar in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 4, MS 27: I. Andante largoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
Sonata for Violin & Guitar in A Minor, Op. 3 No. 4, MS 27: II. Allegretto motteggiandoNiccolò Paganini, Fabio Biondi, Giangiacomo Pinardi
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