Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Antonio Vivaldi's bassoon concertos with this captivating album, released on November 1, 2014, by Hungaroton. Spanning a full hour, this collection showcases Vivaldi's mastery of the classical genre, offering a diverse range of compositions that highlight the versatility and expressive power of the bassoon.
The album features six concertos, each a testament to Vivaldi's ingenuity and the bassoon's remarkable range. From the lively and spirited "Allegro" movements to the serene and contemplative "Largo" and "Andante" pieces, Vivaldi's compositions take you on a journey through a variety of moods and tempos. The concertos are performed in various keys, including B-Flat Major, G Minor, G Major, A Minor, C Major, and F Major, each offering a unique sonic landscape.
Vivaldi's "La notte" concerto, with its evocative titles such as "I fantasmi" (The Ghosts) and "Il sonno" (Sleep), is a standout piece, blending dramatic intensity with moments of delicate beauty. The album also includes the lively "Minuetto" from the C Major concerto, adding a touch of elegance and grace to the collection.
This album is a celebration of Vivaldi's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a delightful exploration of Vivaldi's bassoon concertos, performed with skill and passion.
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Bassoon Concerto in B-Flat Major, RV 501, "La notte": I. Largo - Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in B-Flat Major, RV 501, "La notte": II. I fantasmi: PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in B-Flat Major, RV 501, "La notte": III. Il sonno: Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in B-Flat Major, RV 501, "La notte": IV. Sorge l'aurora: AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Minor, RV 496: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Minor, RV 496: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Minor, RV 496: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Major, RV 493: I. Allegro ma pocoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Major, RV 493: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in G Major, RV 493: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in A Minor, RV 497: I. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in A Minor, RV 497: II. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in A Minor, RV 497: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in C Major, RV 473: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in C Major, RV 473: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in C Major, RV 473: III. MinuettoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in F Major, RV 490: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in F Major, RV 490: II. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
Bassoon Concerto in F Major, RV 490: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gabor Janota, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, János Rolla
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