Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Antonio Vivaldi's masterpiece, "The Four Seasons: The Vivaldi Album," released on February 4, 2014, under the eOne Music label. This exquisite collection of classical compositions is a celebration of nature's changing seasons, captured through Vivaldi's virtuosic violin concertos. Each concerto is a vivid portrayal of the landscapes, moods, and activities associated with spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The album begins with the lively "La primavera" (Spring), followed by the intense "L'estate" (Summer), the mellow "L'autunno" (Autumn), and concludes with the somber "L'inverno" (Winter). Beyond the four seasons, the album also features the enchanting "Passacaglia" and the dynamic "Concerto in F major, RV 551, for Three Violins." With a total duration of 53 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Vivaldi's genius and the richness of Baroque music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Four Seasons: The Vivaldi Album" offers an unforgettable journey through the seasons, as seen through the eyes of one of history's most celebrated composers.
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Tracks
Concerto No. 1 in E major, Op. 8, RV 269, "La primavera" (Spring): I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto No. 1 in E major, Op. 8, RV 269, "La primavera" (Spring): II. Largo e pianissimo sempreAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 1 in E major, Op. 8, RV 269, "La primavera" (Spring): III. Danza pastoraleAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 8, RV 315, "L'estate" (Summer): I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 8, RV 315, "L'estate" (Summer): II. Adagio e piano – Presto e forteAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 8, RV 315, "L'estate" (Summer): III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 3 in F major, Op. 8, RV 293, "L'autunno" (Autumn): I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 3 in F major, Op. 8, RV 293, "L'autunno" (Autumn): II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 3 in F major, Op. 8, RV 293, "L'autunno" (Autumn): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 4 in F minor, Op. 8, RV 297, "L'inverno" (Winter): I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto No. 4 in F minor, Op. 8, RV 297, "L'inverno" (Winter): II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto No. 4 in F minor, Op. 8, RV 297, "L'inverno" (Winter): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
PassacagliaAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto in F major, RV 551, for Three Violins: I. AllegroArvo Pärt, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington
Concerto in F major, RV 551, for Three Violins: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, David Lockington, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto in F major, RV 551, for Three Violins: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Anne Akiko Meyers, English Chamber Orchestra, David Lockington